These fungi and roots supply β-glucans, heteropolysaccharides, and arabinogalactans studied for their interactions with pattern-recognition receptors on immune cells. These complexes may help support how the body responds to everyday microbial cues and organize downstream signaling, shaping communication between gut-associated lymphoid tissue, systemic immune networks, and barrier surfaces.*

Ganoderic acids, lucidenic acids, triterpenoids, and steroidal lactones from these plants are investigated for roles in stress-response pathways, inflammatory-signal balance, and cellular environment regulation. They interface with systems that influence receptor sensitivity, membrane stability, and redox tone across neural, vascular, and endocrine tissues.*

Hericenones, erinacines, bacosides, and asiaticosides are studied for effects on neurotrophic signaling, neurite outgrowth, synaptic density, and plasticity within learning and memory circuits. These molecules participate in pathways involved in structural remodeling, signal propagation, and the maintenance of network-level communication under cognitive demand.*

Flavone glycosides, terpene lactones, anthocyanins, and lignans from these fruits and leaves are investigated for roles in microcirculation, healthy vascular function, and redox buffering in neural and retinal tissues. Their activity relates to how blood vessels maintain tone, how mitochondria manage oxidative load, and how circulating signals are delivered throughout the body.*

Eugenols, withanolides, flavonoids, and aporphine-type alkaloids from these botanicals are studied for effects on stress-response circuitry, including stress-response pathways, GABAergic tone, and monoamine signaling. They interact with pathways that influence how the body processes stress signals, supports balanced arousal, and supports a return toward baseline balance after activation.*

Precursors, nucleosides, and neuromodulatory alkaloids in this group interface with dopaminergic and broader monoaminergic pathways. These compounds are investigated for roles in network pacing, motivation-related circuits, and motor-cognitive integration, contributing to the overall signaling environment that shapes behavioral and energetic output.*

Cordycepin-related nucleosides, demulcent saponins, sesquiterpene lactones, and monoterpenes are studied for interactions with airway smooth muscle, mucosal hydration, and epithelial comfort. Together they participate in processes that influence bronchial dynamics, mucus rheology, and the sensory experience of airflow and openness in the respiratory tract.*

Tremella polysaccharides, silica-associated constituents, and mineral-rich complexes from these plants are investigated for roles in water retention, extracellular-matrix dynamics, and structural support in skin and connective tissues. Their activity relates to how tissues maintain hydration, support elasticity, and preserve barrier integrity under mechanical and environmental stressors.*

Phenolic acids, melanin complexes, dibenzocyclooctadiene lignans, and berry polyphenols from these sources are studied for contributions to redox buffering, mitochondrial steadiness, and cellular defense against oxidative challenges. These bioactives interact with pathways involving glutathione, SOD, and related systems that help keep reactive oxygen species in check across tissues.*

Piperine from black pepper is investigated for its influence on metabolic and transport proteins that affect the absorption and clearance of various nutrients and phytochemicals. Within Microvora’s blended formulas, piperine is used to support absorption of co-delivered bioactives, complementing the extraction and crystallization steps that concentrate those molecules in the first place.*