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As will be discussed below, exercise stimulates the expression of several neurotrophic factors (NTFs).
Neurotrophic factors are molecules that enhance the growth and survival potential of neurons. They play important roles in both development, where they can act as guidance cues for developing neurons, and in the mature nervous system, where they are involved in neuronal survival, synaptic plasticity and the formation of long-lasting memories.
As will be discussed below, exercise stimulates the expression of several neurotrophic factors (NTFs).