Norepinephrine exhibits thermo-optical nonlinearity under physiological conditions

Phys Chem Chem Phys. 2021 Oct 27;23(41):23473-23477. doi: 10.1039/d1cp03534g.

Abstract

Norepinephrine (NE), a crucial modulatory neurotransmitter, plays a significant role in human physiology. Here, we use the Z-scan technique to investigate the nonlinear properties of NE at physiological conditions. Results reveal that NE exhibits thermo-optical nonlinearity. Outcomes can be utilized to investigate noradrenergic processes in correlation with various diseases.

MeSH terms

  • Hydrogen-Ion Concentration
  • Neurotransmitter Agents / chemistry*
  • Norepinephrine / chemistry*
  • Refractometry
  • Temperature

Substances

  • Neurotransmitter Agents
  • Norepinephrine