This was verified by the study of Dr. Jose Angel Morales of the Complutense University of Madrid.
Neurogenic niches are specialized regions of the adult brain where new neurons are generated from neural stem cells. The two most studied and classic niches are the subgranular zone (SGZ) of the dentate gyrus in the hippocampus and the subventricular zone (SVZ) of the lateral ventricles. These areas are key to brain plasticity, learning, memory and possible repair of damaged brain tissue.
Location and function
Subgranular Zone (SGZ): Located in the dentate gyrus of the hippocampus, it is essential for learning and memory.
Subventricular zone (SVZ): Located next to the lateral ventricles, its new neurons migrate to the olfactory bulb to generate neurons.
Importance
Brain plasticity: They show that the brain is not a rigid structure and can be modified over time.
Cognitive function: New neurons contribute to the formation of new memories and learning.
Neuronal repair: They could be an opportunity to repair brain damage in neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, or after an injury.
Features
Stem cells: These niches harbor neural stem cells capable of dividing and differentiating into neurons and other supporting cells, such as astrocytes and oligodendrocytes.
Microenvironment: They provide the conditions necessary for stem cells to remain in a «stem cell» state and to regulate their proliferation and differentiation.
Study:
https://www.ucm.es/otri/noticias-un-te-amazonico-fomenta-la-formacion-de-nuevas-neuronas
