oba09

OBA-09 (2-oxopropanoyloxy benzoic acid) is a novel multimodal neuroprotectant synthesized as a hybrid of salicylic acid and pyruvate. Designed to synergize the anti-inflammatory properties of salicylic acid with the metabolic support and antioxidant capacity of pyruvate, OBA-09 combats ischemic brain injury effectively. It exhibits potent radical scavenging activity against superoxide, hydroxyl radicals, and hydrogen peroxide. Furthermore, it attenuates post-ischemic inflammation by inhibiting the NF-kB signaling pathway and the release of HMGB1. In stroke models, OBA-09 significantly reduces infarct volume and improves neurological scores.