Uncovering the Secrets of Neurons: How Motor Proteins Affect Neuronal Movements
Scientists at the University of California, San Diego have made a major discovery in neuroscience: they have identified the specific motor proteins that allow neurons to move within the brain. By studying the movement of neurons in the brains of fruit flies, the scientists were able to determine that the proteins dynein and kinesin are responsible for the movement of the cells. This breakthrough could provide researchers with a better understanding of how the brain functions and could lead to new treatments for neurological diseases.
source: Phys.org