From: Context-dependent functions of specific microRNAs in neuronal development
Functions | Species | Targets | References |
---|---|---|---|
Suppresses excess SOP production | D. melanogaster | Sens | |
Promotes dendritic branching | D. melanogaster | ? | [68] |
Restricts the extent of MHB | Zebrafish | FGF8, FGFR1 | [44] |
Promotes neuronal differentiation near MHB | Zebrafish | Her5, Her9 | [44] |
Limits the generation of Cajal-Retzius cells | Rodent | Foxg1 | [39] |
Promotes neuronal differentiation from adult neural stem/progenitor cells | Rodent | TLX | [59] |
Enhances alcohol tolerance in adult brains | Rodent | BK channels | [86] |
Inhibits astroglial cell differentiation | Rodent | ? | [58] |
Promotes proliferation but limits migration of hESC-derived young hNPCs | Human | Stathmin | [40] |
May contribute to neurodegenerative diseases | Human | NEFH, REST |