Phil Posted June 14, 2011 Share Posted June 14, 2011 Found this article about neurogenesis on science daily. Seems like theyre wanting to develop methods to replace neurons. http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/06/110613122521.htm extract: ScienceDaily (June 14, 2011) — Scientists have known for years that neurogenesis takes place throughout adulthood in the hippocampus of the mammalian brain. Now Columbia researchers have found that under stressful conditions, neural stem cells in the adult hippocampus can produce not only neurons, but also new stem cells. The brain stockpiles the neural stem cells, which later may produce neurons when conditions become favorable. This response to environmental conditions represents a novel form of brain plasticity. Off Lexapro since 3rd November 2011. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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