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GLP-1 Signaling Pathway in Neurodegeneration

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GLP-1 Signaling Pathway in Neurodegeneration

Overview

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is an incretin hormone produced in the intestines and brain that plays crucial roles in glucose metabolism, neuroprotection, and cognitive function. GLP-1 receptor signaling has emerged as a promising therapeutic target for neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's disease (AD) and Parkinson's disease (PD).

The GLP-1 receptor (GLP-1R) is a class B G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) widely expressed in pancreatic beta cells, the central nervous system (CNS), cardiovascular tissues, and peripheral organs. In the brain, GLP-1R is expressed in the hippocampus, cerebral cortex, basal ganglia, and hypothalamic nuclei, regions critically involved in learning, memory, and motor control.

GLP-1 Biology

Structure and Receptors

GLP-1 is a 30-amino acid peptide encoded by the GCG gene (proglucagon) located on chromosome 7p15-14. PMID: 29897654 The peptide is derived from proglucagon processing by prohormone convertase 1/3 (PC1/3) in intestinal L-cells and pancreatic alpha cells. GLP-1 exists in two biologically active forms: GLP-1(7-37) and GLP-1(7-36)amide, with the latter being the predominant circulating form. PMID: 33985671 [@amyloid2021]

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