Fullerene

Different hydrosoluble C60-derivates extend the lifespan [17079053; 21637768]. The effects of C60-derivates on aging is attributed to the antioxidant properties and the attenuation of age-associated increases in oxidative stress [15451059; 17079053].

References

Ali SS, Hardt JI, Quick KL, Kim-Han JS, Erlanger BF, Huang T, et al. A biologically effective fullerene (C60) derivative with superoxide dismutase mimetic properties. Free Radic Biol Med 2004;37(8):1191e202.


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