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Mimosine

Mimosine is a non-protein amino acid found naturally in plants of the genus Mimosa, particularly in Mimosa pudica, where it functions as a toxic secondary metabolite. Research published in the International Journal of Amino Acids has examined the biological effects of Mimosa pudica extracts containing mimosine in th…

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Overview

Mimosine is a non-protein amino acid found naturally in plants of the genus Mimosa, particularly in Mimosa pudica, where it functions as a toxic secondary metabolite. Research published in the International Journal of Amino Acids has examined the biological effects of Mimosa pudica extracts containing mimosine in the context of toxicological protection. A 2020 study investigated the hepatoprotective properties of Mimosa pudica against dichlorvos-induced liver damage in mice, employing both histological and biochemical analyses to assess the mitigation of organophosphate pesticide toxicity. This research addresses the potential therapeutic applications of mimosine-containing plant extracts in counteracting chemical-induced organ damage, a topic of significance given widespread environmental and occupational exposure to pesticides. The amino acid's presence in traditional medicinal plants has prompted scientific investigation into its pharmacological properties, including antioxidant and protective mechanisms. Understanding mimosine's biological activities contributes to broader knowledge of non-protein amino acids in plant defense systems and their potential utility in developing protective interventions against xenobiotic toxicity. The journal's coverage reflects interest in characterizing how naturally occurring amino acid derivatives interact with mammalian physiological systems under conditions of chemical stress.

Research published in this journal

1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

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The 1 article above has been cited 6 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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

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Nicolas Inguimbert · France

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