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Kainic acid

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CAS Number
487-79-6
Synonyms
Algakaininso
Target
GluR
Applications
Neuronal Signaling
Molecular Formula
C10H15NO4
Additionnal Information
Kainic acid (algakaininso) is a potent neuroexcitatory compound derived from the red alga Digenea simplex, which acts as an agonist for AMPA/kainate-type ionotropic glutamate receptors. It induces excitotoxicity by promoting excessive Ca2+ influx, leading to oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and selective neuronal death.