Astrocytes, one of the largest glial cell population in the central nervous system (CNS), play a key function in several events of brain development and function, such as synapse formation and function, control of neurotransmitters release and uptake, production of trophic factors and control of neuronal survival.Initially described as a homogenous
Several plant viruses modulate vector fitness and behavior in ways that may enhance virus transmission.Previous studies have documented indirect, plant-mediated effects of tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) infection on the fecundity, growth and survival of its principal thrips vector, Frankliniella occidentalis, the western flower thrips.We conducte
The formation of heterotopic ossification around the shoulder is a TOWELS rare but potentially debilitating condition.It is found most commonly around the hip and is usually associated with an inciting event such as trauma, burn, previous surgery, or traumatic brain/spinal cord injury.The formation of shoulder heterotopic ossification following art