Publications by authors named "Eleonora DiGregorio"
Article Synopsis
- Elovl5 is an enzyme responsible for elongating 18-carbon fatty acids, which are crucial for maintaining the structure of myelin, the protective layer around nerves.
- In studies involving Elovl5-deficient mice, researchers observed myelin structural changes and reduced sciatic nerve conduction velocity, indicating a potential defect in nerve signal transmission.
- The lipid analysis showed an imbalance in fatty acid composition, highlighting Elovl5’s vital role in ensuring normal myelin structure and function in the peripheral nervous system.
