Manganese (Mn) is an essential micronutrient required for the normal development of many
organs, including the brain. Although its roles as a cofactor in several enzymes and in …

Understanding of the immediate mechanisms of Mn-induced neurotoxicity is rapidly
evolving. We seek to provide a summary of recent findings in the field, with an emphasis to …

Traffic emissions and industrial activities cause atmospheric contamination derived from
fossil fuels. The potential uptake of air pollutants affects the ecosystem and decreases air …

This study provides the dietary intakes of six trace elements (cadmium, chromium, copper,
manganese, selenium and zinc), generally characterized by both nutritional and …

α-Synuclein (α-Syn) is the major protein component of Lewy bodies, a key pathological
feature of Parkinson's disease (PD). The manganese ion Mn 2+ has been identified as an …

Manganese (Mn) is an essential trace element with unique functions in the body; it acts as a
cofactor for many enzymes involved in energy metabolism, the endogenous antioxidant …

The expanding applications of nanotechnology seem to be a response to many
technological, environmental, and medical challenges. The unique properties of …

The present study investigated the individual and combined impact of organophosphorus
pesticide chlorpyrifos (CPF) and manganese (Mn), a naturally occurring trace metal, on …

Anthropogenic activity has increased human exposure to metals and resulted in metal
induced toxicity. Essential trace elements like cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), and manganese (Mn) …

Metals are ubiquitous chemical entities involved in a myriad of biological processes. Despite
their integral role in sustaining life, overexposure can lead to deleterious neurological …