Neurons, Mitochondria, and Human Evolution with Dr. Franck Polleux
Brain Matters
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The Powerhouse of the Cell
Dr. Frank Palau is a professor of neuroscience at Columbia University. He studies interesting things on the cell biological level. Mitochondria are an important part of cells and do more than what your textbook might normally classify them. They provide energy for specific spots in neurons, specifically certain presynaptic sites in axons.
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