review article
Neuroenergetics: calling upon astrocytes to satisfy hungry neurons
Classical neuroenergetics states that glucose is the exclusive energy substrate of brain cells and its full oxidation provides all the necessary energy to support brain function. Recent data have revealed a more intricate picture in which astrocytes play a key role in supplying lactate as an additional energy substrate in register with glutamatergic activity.
Type
review article
PubMed ID
14987448
Author(s)
Pellerin, Luc
Date Issued
2004
Volume
10
Issue
1
Start page
53
End page
62
Editorial or Peer reviewed
REVIEWED
Written at
OTHER
EPFL units
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January 8, 2010
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