schwann cells Research Articles

First step to induce self-repair in the central nervous system

Neuroscience NewsJuly 11, 2019

Severed axonal segments signal to Schwann cells to begin actin sphere formation and axon disintegration. If the process is disrupted, axon disintegration is slowed and axon fragments impair nerve regeneration.... Read More...

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Discovery reveals prolific ability of Schwann cells to generate myelin

Neuroscience NewsJuly 5, 2019

Schwann cells are much more prolific in generating myelin than previously believed. Knocking out the fbxw7 gene in mouse models, researchers discovered individual Schwann cells began to spread myelin across many axons.... Read More...

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Guardians of the Synapse: A New Role For Schwann Cells Identified

Neuroscience NewsMarch 14, 2019

Schwann cells help protect nerves against blood clotting factors that cause degeneration, researchers report. ... Read More...

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The Key Function of Specialized Cells in Peripheral Nerve Repair

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2019

Study sheds light on how macrophages use a specific cell signalling pathway to control peripheral nerve repair following damage.... Read More...

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Nerve Study Shows How Cells Adapt to Help Repair Damage

Neuroscience NewsOctober 7, 2017

A Cell Reports study identifies molecules that allow Schwann cells to help regenerate nerves.... Read More...

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Research Offers Hope For NF2 Neuro-Tumor Patients

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2017

Researchers from the University of Plymouth have discovered the tole PrPC plays in the development of neurofibromatosis 2 tumors. According to the study, the prion protein is overproduced in schwannomas, compared with healthy Schwann cells. This overproduction is a result of Merlin deficiency and contributed to tumor growth in NF2 patients.... Read More...

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HIPPO’s Molecular Balancing Act Helps Nerves Not Short Circuit

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2017

Study reports it may be possible to fine tune molecular signals to insure peripheral nerves are correctly insulated and function properly.... Read More...

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