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Glycine

Glycine is an amino acid that plays an important role in many biochemical reactions in living cells. It is the simplest of all amino acids, with a single hydrogen atom as its side chain. Glycine is found in a wide range of proteins and enzymes, and is essential for the production of creatine, hemoglobin, and other n…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 85× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Glycine is an amino acid that plays an important role in many biochemical reactions in living cells. It is the simplest of all amino acids, with a single hydrogen atom as its side chain. Glycine is found in a wide range of proteins and enzymes, and is essential for the production of creatine, hemoglobin, and other neurotransmitters. It is also needed for the synthesis of hormones, enzymes, and DNA. Furthermore, it helps in the metabolism of glucose and fatty acids, and is essential for the development of strong bones and connective tissue. Glycine is used in the treatment of various medical conditions, such as muscle pain, ulcerative colitis, asthma, and kidney disease.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 85 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Amino Acids.

Journal editorial board
Nicolas Inguimbert · France

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