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The blood-brain barrier (BBB) is a crucial shield for the brain, regulating the entry of substances, protecting it from potential harm, and involving capillary endothelial cells. It’s a complex system that not only plays a vital role in preserving your brain’s health but also retains beneficial substances within your brain, helping maintain the organ’s critical chemical equilibrium. Understanding the components …
New research shows that specific types of brain cells become active after brain injuries and exhibit properties similar to those of neural stem cells. Astrocyte plasticity might correlate with the upregulation of the Galectin 3 protein, which may significantly contribute to discovery of additional biomarkers. The study discovered that a specific protein regulates these cells and could be a target …
Human Endothelial cells “EC” are estimated to account for nearly 1 kg of mass in the human body. This mass is about the same as our livers. Endothelial cells are thought to be produced by the splanchnopleuric mesoderm. These vital cells line the insides of all our blood vessels, including microscopic capillaries to larger arteries such as the aorta. The …
