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Citation: Meijin Li, Xirong Fu, Xue Zheng, Yuhan Liu, Bao Li. The Marvel of NAD⁺: Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide[J]. University Chemistry, ;2024, 39(9): 35-39. doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202401027 shu

The Marvel of NAD⁺: Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide

Meijin Li ^1,2 ,
Xirong Fu ^1,2 ,
Xue Zheng ^1,2 ,
Yuhan Liu ^1,2 ,
Bao Li ¹

1.
School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China;
2.
School of Basic Medicine, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430074, China

Received Date: 8 January 2024
Revised Date: 7 March 2024

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD⁺) is a pivotal biological molecule with essential roles in cellular energy transfer and metabolic regulation. In recent years, research on NAD⁺ in the medical and health domains has garnered significant attention, particularly concerning aging, metabolic disorders, and cancer treatment. Foods associated with NAD⁺ are gradually becoming popular choices on contemporary dining tables. This article, adopting a personified tone, presents the chemical structure, biological functions, and the latest research advancements pertaining to NAD⁺, while also assessing its potential transition from the realm of anti-aging to clinical applications.
- NAD⁺ nature,
- Redox,
- Anti-aging,
- Inflammation immunity,
- Disease treatment
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