Olfactory Bulb

Overview

The olfactory bulb is a neural structure located at the front of the brain that receives sensory input from olfactory receptor neurons in the nasal cavity and processes smell information before transmitting it to other brain regions. Research published in Neurological Research and Therapy has examined this structure from multiple perspectives, including its molecular biology and its potential involvement in altered states of consciousness. One investigation explored RBM45, an RNA-binding protein, examining its molecular and cellular characteristics across evolutionary contexts, which has relevance to understanding protein function in neural tissues including the olfactory bulb. Another study investigated the role of elevated carbon dioxide levels in the brain during near-death experiences, considering how changes in cerebral physiology might affect various brain structures and sensory processing systems. The olfactory bulb matters clinically and scientifically because it represents one of the few brain regions where neurogenesis continues into adulthood, serves as an early site of pathological changes in certain neurodegenerative diseases, and participates in complex neural networks that influence memory, emotion, and consciousness. Understanding its molecular composition and physiological responses contributes to broader knowledge of brain function in both normal and altered states.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

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