| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5810932 | Medical Hypotheses | 2014 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Cells within the astroglial lineage are proposed as the origin of human brain evolution. It is now widely accepted that they direct mammalian fetal neurogenesis, gliogenesis, laminar cytoarchitectonics, synaptic connectivity and neuronal network formation. Furthermore, genetic, anatomical and functional studies have recently identified multiple astrocyte exaptations that strongly suggest a direct relation to the increased size and complexity of the human brain.
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Authors
James M. Robertson,