Nitric oxide (NO) is a key signaling molecule in almost all organisms and is active in a
variety of physiological and pathological processes. Our understanding of the peculiarities …

Cephalochordates and tunicates represent the only two groups of invertebrate chordates,
and extant cephalochordates–commonly known as amphioxus or lancelets–are considered …

Molecular research on the evolution of extraocular photoreception has drawn attention to
photosensitive animals lacking proper eye organs. Outside of vertebrates, little is known …

Nitric oxide (NO) is an ancestral key signalling molecule essential for life and has enormous
versatility in biological systems, including cardiovascular homeostasis, neurotransmission …

Stroke is the leading cause of death and adult disability in Portugal and the second cause of
death worldwide. In the coming years, this health condition will worsen due to the increase …