The <i>BDNF</i> Val66Met Polymorphism Modulates Resilience of Neurological Functioning to Brain Ageing and Dementia: A Narrative Review

<b> </b>Brain-derived neurotropic factor (BDNF) is an abundant and multi-function neurotrophin in the brain. It is released following neuronal activity and is believed to be particularly important in strengthening neural networks. A common variation in the <i>BDNF</i> gene, a...

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Main Authors: Donnamay T. Brown, James C. Vickers, Kimberley E. Stuart, Katerina Cechova, David D. Ward
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-03-01
Series:Brain Sciences
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3425/10/4/195