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  • Genetics

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  • Neurochemistry has long sought to elucidate brain mechanisms from molecular to organismal levels.
  • Technological progress has enhanced visualization and understanding of central nervous system (CNS) cellular functions.

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  • To review novel models and tools enabling new research questions in Neurochemistry.
  • To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various in vivo and in vitro models for studying neurochemical events.

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  • Evaluation of in vivo models (e.g., C. elegans, D. melanogaster, R. norvegicus, M. musculus) and in vitro models (primary cells, iPSCs, immortalized cells).
  • Integration of advanced genetic manipulation techniques (CRISPR-Cas9, viral vectors) with imaging modalities (super-resolution microscopy, biosensors).

Main Results:

  • Technological advancements facilitate deeper investigation into neurochemical events.
  • Novel models and tools provide insights into CNS cellular processes in both health and disease.

Conclusions:

  • Cutting-edge technologies enhance the study of neurochemical events in physiological and pathological conditions.
  • These advancements pave the way for developing novel therapeutic strategies, including cell and gene therapies, for neurological disorders.