Topic: post-translationally modified histone proteins

In recent years, human-nature interactions are becoming a fundamental issue. Indeed, spending time in nature reduces stress and promotes mental well-being; however, the underlying biological mechanisms of action are still elusive. Major depressive disorder (MDD), one of the most prevalent and debilitating psychiatric diseases, is characterized by severe symptoms that negatively influence health perception. Unfortunately, even after antidepressant treatments, a high percentage of patients do not achieve a personal full recovery. Therefore, we decided to i) evaluate the biological, molecular and