Neuronal Energy Shuttle (IMAGE)

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

Neuronal Energy Shuttle

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This graphic illustration of a study in Cell Reports shows how a molecular energy regulator in cells, AMPK, is required for astrocytic glycoses, lactate production and lactate shuttle to bio-energize neurons. Loss of AMPK causes neuron loss in fly and rodent brains, according to researchers.

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