Methylene blue, molecular model
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Methylene blue, molecular model
Methylene blue, molecular model. Atoms are represented by spheres (carbon: light blue, nitrogen: dark blue, sulphur: yellow, hydrogen: mustard) with the bonds between them as bars. Methylene blue (methylthioninium chloride, C16.H18. Cl.N3.S) is an aromatic chemical compound that is often used as an indicator in chemical reactions. Research has shown a profound affect of methylene blue (Rember) in reducing the tau (protein) tangles that develop in the brains of Alzheimers sufferers. These tangles form inside nerve cells, and impair the concentration and memory of those affected
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This print showcases the intricate molecular model of Methylene blue, a remarkable compound with significant implications in various fields. The image beautifully represents atoms as spheres, each color-coded to depict their respective elements - carbon in light blue, nitrogen in dark blue, sulphur in yellow, and hydrogen in mustard. The bonds between these atoms are elegantly illustrated as bars connecting them. Methylene blue is widely recognized for its aromatic properties and finds extensive use as an indicator in chemical reactions. However, its impact extends far beyond that realm. Groundbreaking research has revealed the profound potential of this compound, also known as Rember, to combat Alzheimer's disease by reducing tau protein tangles within the brain. These tangled structures form inside nerve cells and severely impair concentration and memory functions among individuals affected by Alzheimer's. Methylene blue offers hope for improvement through its biochemical effects on these debilitating protein formations. This mesmerizing visual not only highlights the structural intricacies of methylene blue but also symbolizes the intersection of biology, medicine, chemistry, psychology, and pharmacology. It serves as a powerful reminder of how scientific advancements can pave the way for groundbreaking treatments that have the potential to transform lives. Captured by Science Photo Library with utmost precision and clarity, this image encapsulates both the beauty and complexity inherent within molecules like methylene blue while representing a beacon of hope for those impacted by Alzheimer's disease.
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