A neuron's identity has historically been defined by its neurotransmitter phenotype. Traditionally, this phenotype was considered immutable. However, it has been shown that external factors can drastically affect neurotransmitter expression. Early work using transplanted neural crest cells and perip
Plasticity in the developing brain: Implications for rehabilitation
โ Scribed by Michael V. Johnston
- Publisher
- Wiley (John Wiley & Sons)
- Year
- 2009
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 151 KB
- Volume
- 15
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 1940-5510
- DOI
- 10.1002/ddrr.64
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