| Literature DB >> 11991541 |
Carl W Cotman1, Christie Engesser-Cesar.
Abstract
Physical activity, in the form of voluntary wheel running, induces gene expression changes in the brain. Animals that exercise show an increase in brain-derived neurotrophic factor, a molecule that increases neuronal survival, enhances learning, and protects against cognitive decline. Microarray analysis of gene expression provides further support that exercise enhances and supports brain function.Entities:
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Year: 2002 PMID: 11991541 DOI: 10.1097/00003677-200204000-00006
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Exerc Sport Sci Rev ISSN: 0091-6331 Impact factor: 6.230