Elena Rostova

Oxytocin and Fear Extinction: Overcoming Trauma

Analyzing how the 'love hormone' oxytocin modulates the amygdala to facilitate fear extinction and improve outcomes in PTSD therapy.

Tremella Mushroom and Hyaluronic Acid: The Secret of the Snow Fungus

Investigating the moisture-binding properties of Tremella mushroom and its comparison to hyaluronic acid in skincare.

EGCG and Cellular Senescence: The Power of Green Tea

How Epigallocatechin gallate modulates signaling pathways to slow down cellular aging and promote autophagy.

The Physiology of Sorbitol Accumulation: Osmotic Challenges in the Cell

How the accumulation of sorbitol creates osmotic pressure and cellular damage in high-glucose environments.

The Biology of Aqueous Humor: Understanding Eye Pressure

Exploring the production, circulation, and drainage of aqueous humor and its importance in maintaining ocular health.

The Neuroscience of Phantom Limb Syndrome: Remapping the Brain

Understanding how the brain's neuroplasticity leads to the sensation of a limb that is no longer there.

The Physiology of Protein Aggregation: From Nucleation to Fibrils

An exploration of the biophysical stages of protein aggregation and the transition from soluble monomers to insoluble amyloid fibrils.

The Physiology of Sphingolipids: Governing Cell Fate and Structure

Exploring the diverse roles of sphingolipids in maintaining cellular integrity and regulating life-and-death decisions within the cell.

The Physiology of the Signal Recognition Particle (SRP): ER Translocation

Discover the critical role of the Signal Recognition Particle (SRP) in targeting nascent proteins to the endoplasmic reticulum for secretion or membrane insertion.

The Physiology of VLDL and Chylomicrons: Post-Prandial Lipid Flux

Tracing the journey of lipids from the gut and liver to peripheral tissues through the actions of chylomicrons and VLDL.

Huperzine A: The Natural Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitor

Exploring the mechanism of Huperzine A in preserving acetylcholine levels and its applications in supporting memory and neuroprotection.

The Physiology of the Masseter: Managing Jaw Tension

Understanding the strongest muscle in the human body by weight, its role in bruxism, and strategies for myofascial release.