VUF-5681

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VUF-5681

VUF-5681 (pronounced: V-U-F-5681) is a pharmacological compound that is often used in scientific research.

Etymology

The term "VUF-5681" is a systematic name, derived from the naming conventions used by the pharmaceutical industry. The "VUF" prefix is an abbreviation of the VU University Medical Center in Amsterdam, where the compound was first synthesized. The number "5681" is a unique identifier assigned to the compound.

Description

VUF-5681 is a potent and selective agonist for the histamine H3 receptor. It is often used in neuroscience research to study the role of histamine in the brain. The compound has been shown to increase wakefulness and improve cognitive function in animal models.

Related Terms

  • Agonist: A substance that initiates a physiological response when combined with a receptor.
  • Histamine: An organic nitrogenous compound involved in local immune responses and acting as a neurotransmitter.
  • Histamine H3 receptor: A class of histamine receptors that are primarily found in the central nervous system.
  • Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system.
  • Cognitive function: Mental processes that allow us to carry out any task.
  • Wakefulness: The state of being awake and alert.

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