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An in silico agent-based model demonstrates Reelin function in directing lamination of neurons during cortical development.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2014
Caffrey James R, Hughes Barry D, Britto Joanne M, Landman Kerry A
Abstract excerpt
The characteristic six-layered appearance of the neocortex arises from the correct positioning of pyramidal neurons during development and alterations in this process can cause intellectual disabilities and developmental delay. Malformations in cortical development arise when neurons either fail to migrate properly from the germinal zones or fail to cease migration in the correct laminar position within the...
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