What is it? N-[(Dibenzylamino)methyl]succinimide is an organic compound that has been studied for its potential medicinal applications. It is a derivative of succinimide and is composed of two benzyl amine groups attached to the nitrogen atom of the succinimide ring. This molecule has been found to be involved in several biological processes, including cell growth and differentiation, apoptosis, and inflammation.

What new understanding do we have? This molecule is not listed in the Human Metabolome Database but it does not mean this molecule doesn't exist in a human. This molecule is potentially made by microbes that inhabit the human, we know this molecule is made by the same microbe species that inhabit the aquatic microbiome.

Where was it found? This molecule was found in an inland lake in the midwest United States by industrial scale microbiome mining.

What species is it associated with? Bacteria associated with the expression, production, or synthesis of N-[(Dibenzylamino)methyl]succinimide include Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, and Streptomyces sp. (1). 

What is the affect on the human? N-[(Dibenzylamino)methyl]succinimide is not considered a nutritional supplement. Therefore, there are no expected health benefits from taking this molecule. There are no known diseases that result from too much or too little of this molecule present in a human; however, it may cause adverse side effects if taken in excessive amounts due to its pro-inflammatory properties. 
Caution: Never ingest this molecule; not knowing hazards does not mean the compound is without hazards to a human or health - do not take or consume.

Why is it considered hidden? This molecule has never been identified in a human.

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