Description

NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) represents a crucial coenzyme involved in numerous cellular processes including energy metabolism, DNA repair, and cellular signaling pathways. The compound functions as an electron carrier in metabolic reactions and serves as a substrate for various enzymes including sirtuins, poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases, and CD38. NAD+ plays essential roles in glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation, making it fundamental to cellular energy production. The compound has been extensively studied for its roles in aging processes, metabolic regulation, and cellular stress responses. Research applications include investigation of cellular metabolism, aging mechanisms, DNA repair processes, and the role of NAD+ in various physiological and pathological conditions. For research use only.