Orsellinic acid is a benzoic acid derivative that can be isolated from *Chaetomium globosum* endophytic on *Ephedra fasciculata* (Mormon tea). It blocks PAF-mediated apoptosis, inhibits caspase-3/7 activation, and PARP cleavage. This compound is utilized in research concerning neurons and various tumors, including non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, neuroblastoma, and pancreatic cancer.
- Blocks PAF-mediated apoptosis
- Inhibits caspase-3/7 activation
- Inhibits PARP cleavage
- Utilized in research concerning neurons
- Utilized in research concerning various tumors