Wiring the Human Brain: A User's Handbook.

TitleWiring the Human Brain: A User's Handbook.
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2017
AuthorsBendriem RM, M Ross E
JournalNeuron
Volume95
Issue3
Pagination482-485
Date Published2017 Aug 02
ISSN1097-4199
KeywordsAnimals, Axons, Brain, Growth Cones, Humans, Nerve Growth Factors, Netrin Receptors, Neurons, Receptors, Cell Surface
Abstract

Brain function requires connecting neuronal networks to empower movement, sensation, behavior, and cognition. Studies published early this year provide evidence that in humans, Netrin receptor, Deleted in Colorectal Cancer (DCC), is a master regulator of axonal crossing throughout the neuraxis.

DOI10.1016/j.neuron.2017.07.008
Alternate JournalNeuron
PubMed ID28772118