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Adult neurogenesis in humans- common and unique traits in mammals.

ABSTRACT: New neurons are continuously generated in specific regions in the adult brain. Studies in rodents have demonstrated that adult-born neurons have specific functional features and mediate neural plasticity. Data on the extent and dynamics of adult neurogenesis in adult humans are starting to emerge, and there are clear similarities and differences compared to other mammals. Why do these differences arise? And what do they mean?

SUBMITTER: Ernst A

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4306487 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature

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Adult neurogenesis in humans- common and unique traits in mammals.

Ernst Aurélie A Frisén Jonas J

PLoS biology 20150126 1

New neurons are continuously generated in specific regions in the adult brain. Studies in rodents have demonstrated that adult-born neurons have specific functional features and mediate neural plasticity. Data on the extent and dynamics of adult neurogenesis in adult humans are starting to emerge, and there are clear similarities and differences compared to other mammals. Why do these differences arise? And what do they mean? ...[more]

PMID: 25621867

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Adult neurogenesis in humans- common and unique traits in mammals.

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