Brain-derived neurotrophic factor

Brain-derived neurotrophic factor or BDNF is a protein in the neurotrophic family. The name BDNF is also used to refer to the related gene that expresses BDNF.

Notable studies

 * 2015, Brain-derived neurotrophic factor concentration may not be depressed in chronic fatigue syndrome - (Abstract)
 * 2015, Exercise and caffeine improve sustained attention following fatigue independent of fitness status - (Full text)
 * 2015, Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) as a driving force behind neuroplasticity in neuropathic and central sensitization pain: a new therapeutic target? - (Full text)
 * 2020, DNA Methylation and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor Expression Account for Symptoms and Widespread Hyperalgesia in Patients With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Comorbid Fibromyalgia - (Abstract)

Learn more

 * Epigenetic modification of BDNF and HDAC in pain and post-exertional malaise - ME Research UK
 * Epigenetics of the BDNF gene and its relevance for pain: an exploratory study - ME Research UK
 * Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) as a driving force behind central sensitization pain: a new therapeutic target? - Jo Nijs (2015), Pain in Motion