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| Organ dysfunction as a consequence of neural defects or injury is a common and debilitating problem. The purpose of this workshop is to focus attention on organ innervation so that impediments to research in this area can be identified. An international group of investigators will convene to discuss innervation during development and disease progression and following injury. Developmental mechanisms underlying neural crest fate specification and migration to specific organs as well as factors that guide these processes and regulate neural survival will be considered. Mechanisms of neural injury, autonomic plasticity, and repair will also be emphasized. The workshop is intended to stimulate collaboration between investigators approaching the topic of organ innervation from developmental, disease, and repair perspectives. The workshop will also include a brainstorming session regarding areas of future scientific opportunity. | |
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