tryptophan-hydroxylase-1-(tph1)

Squirrel-CHN-II

October 21, 2023
serotonin, depression-treatment, tryptophan-hydroxylase-1-(tph1)
high-school

Squirrel-CHN-II # SymbioSerotonin: Cultivating Happiness from Within # 5-Hydroxytryptamine (5-HT), also known as serotonin, is a key neurotransmitter in mood regulation, sleep, and various physiological processes. Imbalances in serotonin levels, especially deficiencies, are associated with depression’s pathogenesis, causing persistent sadness and loss of pleasure. Antidepressant medications targeting serotonin have been proven effective, enhancing patients’ emotional and mental well-being with fewer side effects than alternatives. Therefore, our project aims to synthetically produce serotonin for depression treatment. ...