Neocortical neurogenesis and neuronal migration Journal Article
| Authors: | Tan, X.; Shi, S. H. |
| Article Title: | Neocortical neurogenesis and neuronal migration |
| Abstract: | The neocortex, the evolutionarily newest part of the cerebral cortex, controls nearly all aspects of behavior, including perception, language, and decision making. It contains an immense number of neurons that can be broadly divided into two groups, excitatory neurons and inhibitory interneurons. These neurons are predominantly produced through extensive progenitor cell divisions during the embryonic stages. Moreover, they are not randomly dispersed, but spatially organized into horizontal layers that are essential for neocortex function. The formation of this laminar structure requires exquisite control of neuronal migration from their birthplace to their final destination. Extensive research over the past decade has greatly advanced our understanding of the production and migration of both excitatory neurons and inhibitory interneurons in the developing neocortex. In this review, we aim to give an overview on the molecular and cellular processes of neocortical neurogenesis and neuronal migration. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. |
| Journal Title: | Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: Developmental Biology |
| Volume: | 2 |
| Issue: | 4 |
| ISSN: | 1759-7684 |
| Publisher: | Wiley Periodicals, Inc |
| Date Published: | 2013-07-01 |
| Start Page: | 443 |
| End Page: | 459 |
| Language: | English |
| DOI: | 10.1002/wdev.88 |
| PROVIDER: | scopus |
| PMCID: | PMC3767922 |
| PUBMED: | 24014417 |
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| Notes: | --- - Cited By (since 1996):1 - "Export Date: 2 December 2013" - "Source: Scopus" |
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