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ArticleACS omega2025

Peptide Family Promotes Brain Cell Rejuvenation and Improved Cognition through Peripheral Delivery.

Alejandro Anton-Fernandez, Indalo Domene-Serrano, Raquel Cuadros, Rocio Peinado-Cahuchola, Margarita Sanchez-Pece, Felix Hernandez, Jesus Avila

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Article in ACS omega, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

7 authors.

Alejandro Anton-FernandezCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Indalo Domene-SerranoCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Raquel CuadrosCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Rocio Peinado-CahucholaCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Margarita Sanchez-PeceCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Felix HernandezCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.
Jesus AvilaCentro de Biologia Molecular Severo Ochoa, CSIC-UAM, 28049 Madrid, Spain.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6288-0571

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Ligands targeting folate receptor α (FRα), a protein predominantly expressed in neural cells, have the potential to reprogram (rejuvenate) brain cells and enhance cognitive function in aged mice. In this study, we present a family of FRα-binding peptides identified through AlphaFold modeling. These peptides induce a structural change in the receptor upon binding, which facilitates its internalization and transport to the cell nucleus. Once in the nucleus, FRα functions as a transcription factor, promoting the expression of genes associated with a youthful phenotype and improved cognition. Notably, these peptides demonstrate permeability across the blood-brain barrier, enabling their administration not only through intracranial injection but also via peripheral delivery methods such as intraperitoneal injection or gastric gavage. This property enhances their potential for use in future therapeutic applications.

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PMID40224410
PMCPMC11983169

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