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George E. Barreto - Neurodegenerative Disease Research | University of Limerick

George E. Barreto

Associate Professor A in Cell Biology/Immunology at Biological Sciences

Alzheimer'S Disease Research And Treatments

Estrogen And Related Hormone Effects

Mitochondrial Function And Pathology

Neuroinflammation And Neurodegeneration Mechanisms

Neurology

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Astrocytic modulation of blood brain barrier in Parkinson's disease

Investigated the role of astrocytes in modulating the blood-brain barrier in the context of Parkinson's disease, highlighting potential therapeutic targets.

Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience (2014)

Effects of natural antioxidants in neurodegenerative disease

Reviewed the impact of natural antioxidants on neurodegenerative diseases, providing insights into potential therapeutic benefits.

Nutritional Neuroscience (2012)

Meta-analysis of Telomere Length in Alzheimer’s Disease

Conducted a meta-analysis to examine the relationship between telomere length and Alzheimer's disease, providing insights into the disease's pathogenesis.

The Journals of Gerontology Series A (2016)

Effects of curcumin on mitochondria in neurodegenerative diseases

Explored the effects of curcumin on mitochondrial function in neurodegenerative diseases, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic agent.

BioFactors (2019)

Testosterone decreases reactive astroglia and reactive microglia after brain injury

Demonstrated that testosterone reduces reactive gliosis after brain injury, highlighting the role of its metabolites, oestradiol and dihydrotestosterone.

European Journal of Neuroscience (2007)

Molecular Mechanisms of ER Stress and UPR in the Pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s Disease

Investigated the molecular mechanisms of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress and the unfolded protein response (UPR) in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease.

Molecular Neurobiology (2020)

Estrogen Signaling in Alzheimer’s Disease: Molecular Insights and Therapeutic Targets for Alzheimer’s Dementia

Examined estrogen signaling pathways in Alzheimer's disease, identifying potential therapeutic targets for Alzheimer's dementia.

Molecular Neurobiology (2020)

Protective effects of curcumin against ischemia-reperfusion injury in the nervous system

Reviewed the protective effects of curcumin against ischemia-reperfusion injury in the nervous system, highlighting its potential therapeutic applications.

Molecular Neurobiology (2018)

A Literature Review of Traumatic Brain Injury Biomarkers

Provided a comprehensive review of traumatic brain injury biomarkers, contributing to the understanding of diagnosis and treatment.

Molecular Neurobiology (2022)

Impact of sex differences and gender specificity on behavioral characteristics and pathophysiology of neurodegenerative disorders

Analyzed the impact of sex differences and gender specificity on the behavioral characteristics and pathophysiology of neurodegenerative disorders.

Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews (2019)

Research Highlights

George E. Barreto is a leading researcher in neurodegenerative diseases, with significant contributions to understanding the role of astrocytes, inflammation, and therapeutic interventions, particularly focusing on Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

Research Areas

Alzheimer'S Disease Research And TreatmentsEstrogen And Related Hormone EffectsMitochondrial Function And PathologyNeuroinflammation And Neurodegeneration MechanismsNeurology

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