Neurotrophins gain a hearing

Members of the neurotrophin gene family are essential for neuronal survival and maintenance of target innervation and are good candidate molecules for prevention of cochlear neuron damage.

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Published in:Trends in neurosciences (Regular ed.) 1997-03, Vol.20 (3), p.100-102
Main Authors: Schimmang, Thomas, Represa, Juan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Animals
Biological and medical sciences
cochlear neurons
Ear and associated structures. Auditory pathways and centers. Hearing. Vocal organ. Phonation. Sound production. Echolocation
Ears & hearing
Fundamental and applied biological sciences. Psychology
Genes
Genetics
hair cell
Hearing - physiology
inner ear
Nerve Growth Factors - physiology
Neurology
neurotoxicity
Neurotrophin 3
ototoxicity
therapeutic drugs
Vertebrates: nervous system and sense organs
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Summary:Members of the neurotrophin gene family are essential for neuronal survival and maintenance of target innervation and are good candidate molecules for prevention of cochlear neuron damage.
ISSN:0166-2236
1878-108X
DOI:10.1016/S0166-2236(96)01004-1