Diquat

1. Diquat induces oxidative stress and ROS signalling in worms.

   “DQ exposure induces the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS)”

   Model organisms

   Diquat Induces Cell Death and dopamine Neuron Loss via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Caenorhabditis elegans

   Environmental science & technology·Jan 2, 2025

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1. Diquat induces apoptosis in worms.

   “exposure of DQ to C. elegans led to a notable increase of embryonic cell death”

   Model organisms

   Diquat Induces Cell Death and dopamine Neuron Loss via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Caenorhabditis elegans

   Environmental science & technology·Jan 2, 2025

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1. Diquat impairs physical function in worms.

   “DQ-induced muscle-related defects such as pharyngeal pumping, body bends, and head thrashes”

   Model organisms

   Diquat Induces Cell Death and dopamine Neuron Loss via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Caenorhabditis elegans

   Environmental science & technology·Jan 2, 2025

1. Diquat induces dopaminergic neuron loss in worms.

   “DQ exposure specifically caused the loss of dopamine neurons”

   Model organisms

   Diquat Induces Cell Death and dopamine Neuron Loss via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Caenorhabditis elegans

   Environmental science & technology·Jan 2, 2025

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1. Diquat shortens lifespan in worms.

   “shortened the lifespan”

   Model organisms

   Diquat Induces Cell Death and dopamine Neuron Loss via Reactive Oxygen Species Generation in Caenorhabditis elegans

   Environmental science & technology·Jan 2, 2025