Parkinson's disease (PD) is a gradually progressing neurodegenerative condition that is
marked by a loss of motor coordination along with non-motor features. Although the precise …

Heavy metals, which have widespread environmental distribution and originate from natural
and anthropogenic sources, are common environmental pollutants. In recent decades, their …

Human exposure to toxic heavy metals is a global challenge. Concurrent exposure of heavy
metals, such as lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As) and methylmercury (MeHg) are …

Essential metals are crucial for the maintenance of cell homeostasis. Among the 23
elements that have known physiological functions in humans, 12 are metals, including iron …

Neurodegeneration is a broadly defined term that describes the loss of neuronal structure
and function, and produces disorders known as neurodegenerative diseases. A common …

Neurological disorders are common, costly, and can cause enduring disability. Although
mostly unknown, a few environmental toxicants are recognized causes of neurological …

This review analyzes the causes and consequences of apoptosis resulting from oxidative
stress that occurs in mitochondria and cells exposed to the toxic effects of different-valence …

Quercetin is an important flavonoid that is ubiquitously present in the diet in a variety of fruits
and vegetables. It has been traditionally viewed as a potent antioxidant and anti …

Mercury (Hg) toxicity continues to represent a global health concern. Given that human
populations are mostly exposed to low chronic levels of mercurial compounds …

Methylmercury (MeHg) is an environmental toxicant that leads to long-lasting neurological
and developmental deficits in animals and humans. Although the molecular mechanisms …