A short-chain fatty acid produced by gut, it plays a role in energy metabolism, immune regulation, and neurological health

N-acetyl-aspartic acid (NAA) is a key brain metabolite involved in neuronal health, myelin synthesis, and metabolism. Its strong MRS signal makes it a valuable biomarker for neurological disorders, while emerging research links it to oncology, psychiatric conditions, and the gut-brain axis. As metabolomics advances, NAA’s role in diagnostics and personalized medicine continues to expand.

A key metabolite in cellular energy production and various physiological processes such as fatty acid metabolism, amino acid synthesis, calcium signaling, anticoagulation and the regulation of pH balance.

A key metabolite in the citric acid cycle, essential for energy production and metabolic processes

Metabolite of the month is your sneak peek into the world of metabolomics. In this month´s article, we took a closer look at inosine.