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CXCL12/CXCR4 Signaling Pathway in Neurodegeneration

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Gene Symbolent-gene-108079b2
Neural Stem Cell MigrationCXCL12 gradient guides neural progenitor cell migration from the subventricular zone (SVZ) to the olfactory bulb and hippocampus [1]
Hippocampal NeurogenesisCXCR4 expression on neural stem cells in the subgranular zone (SGZ) is essential for hippocampal neuron production [2]
AD-Related DeficitsCXCL12 expression is altered in AD brains, contributing to reduced neurogenesis and cognitive decline [3]
Microglial ActivationCXCL12 attracts microglia to sites of amyloid deposition [4]
Cytokine RegulationCXCR4 signaling influences production of pro-inflammatory cytokines including IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-6 [5]
Inflammasome ActivationCXCR4-mediated signaling can modulate NLRP3 inflammasome activity in microglia [6]
AMD3100 (Plerixafor)CXCR4 antagonist being investigated for AD treatment to modulate neuroinflammation and promote neurogenesis [7]
CXCR4 ModulationTargeting CXCR4 signaling may help restore neurogenesis deficits in AD patients [8]
VTA Neuron SurvivalCXCR4 is expressed on ventral tegmental area (VTA) and substantia nigra pars compacta (SNc) dopaminergic neurons [9]
Neurotrophic SupportCXCL12 signaling promotes expression of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) [10]
Mitochondrial ProtectionCXCR4 activation protects against 6-OHDA and MPTP-induced dopaminergic toxicity through PI3K/Akt signaling [11]
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