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Blood Brain Barrier - Structure & Function

Dr. Najeeb Lectures via YouTube

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Explore the structure and function of the Blood Brain Barrier in this 30-minute video lecture. Delve into the intricacies of the Central Nervous System, focusing on the vital role of the Blood Brain Barrier. Learn about the importance of vital dyes in understanding this complex structure, and examine the unique characteristics of neurons and endothelial cells. Discover how tight junctions contribute to the barrier's functionality. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Blood Brain Barrier's critical functions in maintaining brain health and regulating substance passage into the central nervous system.

Syllabus

Intro
Blood Brain Barrier
Central Nervous System
Vital Dye
Neuron
Functions
Brain
endothelial cells
tight junctions

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Dr. Najeeb Lectures

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  • La verdad es que aprendí muchísimo en esta sesión y me quedé fascinado con lo que descubrí sobre las neuronas. Es de locos pensar que todo lo que somos ocurre ahí dentro. Esto fue lo que más me voló la cabeza:
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    Shenice Weitz
    Very interesting and well presented, just wish I understood words that were pronounced but it was a great course.
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    Silpa Sivan
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    Fantastic lecture by Dr. Najeeb.
    got a clear concept of blood brain barrier and its nature and the tight junctions

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