Progress on 3-Nitropropionic Acid Derivatives.

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School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, South-Central Minzu University, Wuhan 430074, China.

Published: July 2025


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3-Nitropropionic acid (3-NPA) is a deadly neurotoxic nitroalkane found in numerous fungi and leguminous plants. 3-NPA, known as an antimetabolite of succinate, irreversibly inhibits succinate dehydrogenase and disrupts mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation. Its utility in modeling Huntington's disease (HD) and oxidative stress has garnered significant research interest. Derivatives of 3-NPA, formed through esterification, have a wide range of biological activities including neurotoxic, antiviral, insecticidal, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. This review systematically summarizes the structural characteristics, biological activities, and chemical synthesis of 3-NPA-derived compounds, providing valuable insights for further research and therapeutic applications.

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