A lipophilic derivative of ferulic acid, with increased ability to cross cell membranes; less DPPH radical scavenging capacity than ferulic acid (IC50 = 66.7 μM for FAEE vs. 44.6 μM for ferulic acid); increases the expression of HO-1, Hsp70, and Hsp72, providing neuroprotection against amyloid β-peptide.