Zymes LLC, University of Windsor and National Research Council of Canada Collaborative Research Presented at the 2010 Experimental Biology Meeting in Anaheim, California
HASBROUCK HEIGHTS, N.J., May 11 /PRNewswire/ -- Scientists from
Zymes LLC, the University of Windsor (Ontario, Canada) and the
National Research Council of Canada presented their research at the
2010 Experimental Biology meetings in Anaheim California on April
28th. The paper entitled, "Protection of SNpc neurons by water
soluble CoQ10 in a paraquat induced rat model of Parkinson's
disease: The role of neurotrophic factors," describes a potential
treatment for halting the progression of Parkinson's disease in an
animal model using Zymes' water soluble CoQ10 (WS-CoQ10)
formulation.
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that
results from the progressive loss of select neurons in the brain.
Many studies show that mitochondrial dysfunction/oxidative stress
is a major contributor to this disease. An established animal model
of paraquat-induced Parkinson's disease was used in this study.
Animals were given Zymes' water soluble CoQ10 in their drinking
water with access 24 hours a day pre-treatment (prophylactic) and
post-treatment (therapeutic). In these studies, Zymes' water
soluble CoQ10 provided significant protection of dopaminergic
neurons and a decrease in symptoms.
"We are very excited about these early stage findings that
support the use of Zymes' water soluble CoQ10 to halt the symptoms
of Parkinson's disease," said Dr. Shelley Weinstock, Sr. VP of
Research and Scientific Affairs. In addition, in these studies,
animals were exposed to the water soluble CoQ10 on a continuous
basis in their water, suggesting that small doses, several times a
day is a more effective method of administration than larger doses
once or twice per day. More research is needed to determine if
Zymes' water soluble CoQ10 may be effective in halting the
progression of Parkinson's disease in people.
About Zymes LLC:
Zymes LLC is a bioscience company based in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
that provides innovative solutions to its partners and consumers
through proprietary science and technology, enabling new products
to enhance the well-being of people. For more information please
visit www.zymes.com.
Source: Zymes LLC
CONTACT: Shelley Weinstock, +1-201-727-1520, ext. 107,
SWeinstock@zymesllc.com
Web Site: http://www.zymes.com/
Posted: May 2010
