Role of galectin-1 in sensory neuron development and peripheral nerve repair

In comparison to adult central nervous system (CNS) axons, peripheral nervous system (PNS) axons have a high propensity for regrowth following injury. The PNS axon’s capacity to regenerate depends on an effective response within the neuron itself, combined with a supportive environment maintained b...

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Main Author: Gaudet, Andrew David
Language:English
Published: University of British Columbia 2010
Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2429/27481