Neuroenergetics: calling upon astrocytes to satisfy hungry neurons
Pellerin, Luc; Magistretti, Pierre J
2004

Abstract

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.

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Title Neuroenergetics: calling upon astrocytes to satisfy hungry neurons
Author(s) Pellerin, Luc ; Magistretti, Pierre J
Published in The Neuroscientist : a review journal bringing neurobiology, neurology and psychiatry
Volume 10
Issue 1
Pages 53-62
Date 2004
ISSN 1073-8584
DOI https://doi.org/10.1177/1073858403260159
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