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  • Histology

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  • Perineuronal nets (PNN) are extracellular matrix structures in the central nervous system (CNS).
  • PNNs ensheath synapses, offering neuroprotection and regulating synaptic plasticity.
  • While PNN composition is known, their microstructure is poorly understood.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the microstructure of PNNs in adult mouse and rat cortical neurons.
  • To analyze the morphology and organization of PNN meshes.
  • To examine the distribution patterns of chondroitin sulfate within PNNs.

Main Methods:

  • Histochemistry and fluorescent microscopy were employed.
  • Quantitative image analysis was used to study PNN structure.
  • Neurons from layers IV and VI of the somatosensory cortex were analyzed.

Main Results:

  • PNN meshes predominantly exhibit quadrangle, pentagon, or hexagon shapes.
  • Mean mesh areas were 1.29µm² in mice and 1.44µm² in rats.
  • Two distinct chondroitin sulfate distribution patterns (uniform and node-enriched) were observed, with node-enriched patterns correlating with higher sulfate density.

Conclusions:

  • PNN microstructure is organized into clusters of meshes with varying morphologies.
  • The observed PNN microstructure, including mesh shape and chondroitin sulfate distribution, likely plays a role in synaptic transduction and plasticity.
  • Further research into PNN microstructure can illuminate mechanisms of CNS function and disease.