The network of
blood vessels in the brain regulates the transport of energy and materials in and out of the brain — forming what is known as the blood - brain barrier (BBB).
It is already known that a network of
blood vessels in the brain regulates the transport of energy and materials into and out of the brain - this is known as the blood - brain barrier (BBB).
Not exact matches
Molecules
in the
blood might diffuse into the
brain and affect neurotransmitter release, or changes
in the volume, pressure or temperature of
blood vessels may stress neuronal membranes to
regulate transmission.
Do they interact with
blood vessels in the
brain,
regulate neurons directly or
regulate support cells?»
The concept of tailoring drugs to
regulate and treat abnormal
brain blood vessels is a novel treatment strategy and offers great potential to complement existing treatments of this debilitating disease,» commented Dr Matthew Campbell, assistant professor
in neurovascular genetics at TCD.