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Mark Mattson: Building the Brain: Glutamate as Sculpture and Destroyer

The Origins Podcast with Lawrence Krauss

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Exploring the Role of Glutamate in Neuronal Development and Brain Function

This chapter delves into the speaker's background as a former chief of the laboratory neuroscience at the National Institute of Aging, discussing aging effects in humans and the relevance to Alzheimer's. It explores the intricate processes of axon and dendrite growth, detailing experiments with embryonic neurons and the role of glutamate in regulating dendrite growth and synapse formation. The dialogue emphasizes the significant impact of glutamate on neuronal networks, brain development, aging-related diseases, and the broader understanding of brain function.

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