Hypothalamic Heuristics for Survival

Publication date: Available online 3 September 2019Source: Trends in Endocrinology & MetabolismAuthor(s): Denis Burdakov, Daria Peleg-RaibsteinHypothalamic neurons implicated in energy homeostasis (Agrp, POMC, orexin, MCH) display fast, nutrient-independent dynamics. They do not simply mirror the slowly changing internal nutrient levels, but adapt rapidly to diverse external cues. Moreover, instead of eating, neonatal Agrp cells stimulate mother-attracting vocalisations, illustrating heuristic energy control beyond nutrient sensing or dietary self-control.
Source: Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research