Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration

Introduction: Exosomes, a subset of extracellular vesicles (EVs), are crucial for intercellular communication in various contexts. Despite their small size, they carry diverse cargo, including RNA, proteins, and lipids. Internalization by recipient cells raises concerns about potential disruptions t...

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Main Authors: Naeimeh Akbari-Gharalari, Sina Khodakarimi, Farshad Nezhadshahmohammad, Mohammad Karimipour, Abbas Ebrahimi-Kalan, Jiagian Wu
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Published: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences 2024-09-01
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author Naeimeh Akbari-Gharalari
Sina Khodakarimi
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Mohammad Karimipour
Abbas Ebrahimi-Kalan
Jiagian Wu
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description Introduction: Exosomes, a subset of extracellular vesicles (EVs), are crucial for intercellular communication in various contexts. Despite their small size, they carry diverse cargo, including RNA, proteins, and lipids. Internalization by recipient cells raises concerns about potential disruptions to cellular functions. Notably, the ability of exosomes to traverse the blood-brain barrier (BBB) has significant implications. Methods: To conduct a thorough investigation into the existing academic literature on exosomes within the framework of neuron-glia communication, a comprehensive search strategy was implemented across the PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct databases. Multiple iterations of the keywords "exosome," "neuron-glia communication," and "neurological disorders" were employed to systematically identify relevant publications. Furthermore, an exploration of the Clinicaltrials.gov database was undertaken to identify clinical trials related to cellular signaling, utilizing analogous terminology. Results: Although the immediate practical applications of exosomes are somewhat limited, their potential as carriers of pathogenic attributes offers promising opportunities for the development of precisely targeted therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders. This review presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary insights into the pivotal roles played by exosomes as agents mediating communication between neurons and glial cells within the central nervous system (CNS). Conclusion: By delving into the intricate dynamics of exosomal communication in the CNS, this review contributes to a deeper understanding of the roles of exosomes in both physiological and pathological processes, thereby paving the way for potential therapeutic advancements in the field of neurological disorders.
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spelling doaj-art-2f9a2a8be8e14f78a86e44ef7c0f3fb72025-01-18T10:03:41ZengTabriz University of Medical SciencesBioImpacts2228-56522228-56602024-09-01145301533015310.34172/bi.2023.30153bi-30153Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegenerationNaeimeh Akbari-Gharalari0Sina Khodakarimi1Farshad Nezhadshahmohammad2Mohammad Karimipour3Abbas Ebrahimi-Kalan4Jiagian Wu5Department of Neurosciences and Cognition, School of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, ‎Tabriz, IranDepartment of Neurosciences and Cognition, School of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, ‎Tabriz, IranDepartment of Mining Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Urmia University, Urmia, IranDepartment of Anatomical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, IranDepartment of Neurosciences and Cognition, School of Advanced Medical Sciences, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, ‎Tabriz, IranThe Vivian L. Smith Department of Neurosurgery, McGovern Medical School, The University of Texas Health Science Center ‎at Houston, Houston, TX 77030, USA‎Introduction: Exosomes, a subset of extracellular vesicles (EVs), are crucial for intercellular communication in various contexts. Despite their small size, they carry diverse cargo, including RNA, proteins, and lipids. Internalization by recipient cells raises concerns about potential disruptions to cellular functions. Notably, the ability of exosomes to traverse the blood-brain barrier (BBB) has significant implications. Methods: To conduct a thorough investigation into the existing academic literature on exosomes within the framework of neuron-glia communication, a comprehensive search strategy was implemented across the PubMed, Google Scholar, and Science Direct databases. Multiple iterations of the keywords "exosome," "neuron-glia communication," and "neurological disorders" were employed to systematically identify relevant publications. Furthermore, an exploration of the Clinicaltrials.gov database was undertaken to identify clinical trials related to cellular signaling, utilizing analogous terminology. Results: Although the immediate practical applications of exosomes are somewhat limited, their potential as carriers of pathogenic attributes offers promising opportunities for the development of precisely targeted therapeutic strategies for neurological disorders. This review presents a comprehensive overview of contemporary insights into the pivotal roles played by exosomes as agents mediating communication between neurons and glial cells within the central nervous system (CNS). Conclusion: By delving into the intricate dynamics of exosomal communication in the CNS, this review contributes to a deeper understanding of the roles of exosomes in both physiological and pathological processes, thereby paving the way for potential therapeutic advancements in the field of neurological disorders.https://bi.tbzmed.ac.ir/PDF/bi-14-30153.pdfexosomeneuron-glia communicationcellular signalingneurological disorders
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Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
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title Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
title_full Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
title_fullStr Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
title_full_unstemmed Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
title_short Exosomes in neuron-glia communication: A review on neurodegeneration
title_sort exosomes in neuron glia communication a review on neurodegeneration
topic exosome
neuron-glia communication
cellular signaling
neurological disorders
url https://bi.tbzmed.ac.ir/PDF/bi-14-30153.pdf
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