Professor (Emeritus) of Clinical Biochemistry, Department of Human Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry and Goldschleger Eye Research Institute, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
Professor (Emeritus) of Clinical Biochemistry, Department of Human Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry and Goldschleger Eye Research Institute, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences
Novel Antioxidant for Treatment of Age-related Degenerative Diseases
We are studying the potential of S-allylmercapto-N-acetylcysteine (ASSNAC) a newly developed derivative of allicin (the active component in garlic) to serve as a treatment for oxidative stress associated degenerative diseases. The research involves cell biology tools and animal models.
The following specific subjects are studied:
Selected Publications: