Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)
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<th class="infobox-header" colspan="2">Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)</th>
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<td class="label">Cell Source</td>
<td>Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)</td>
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<td class="label">Lineage</td>
<td>Neuron > Dentate gyrus > Hilar mosaic > iPSC-derived</td>
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<td class="label">Markers</td>
<td>PROX1, CALB2 (Calretinin), DLX2, NeuroD1</td>
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<td class="label">Brain Regions</td>
<td>Dentate gyrus hilus (iPSC model)</td>
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<td class="label">Disease Modeling</td>
<td>[Alzheimer's Disease](/diseases/alzheimers-disease), [Temporal Lobe Epilepsy](/diseases/temporal-lobe-epilepsy), Depression</td>
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Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)
Overview
Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (Ipsc Derived) plays an important role in the study of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides comprehensive information about this topic, including its mechanisms, significance in disease processes, and therapeutic implications.
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Multi-Taxonomy Classification
Taxonomy Database Cross-References
| Taxonomy | ID | Name / Label |
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| Cell Ontology (CL) | [CL:4023062](https://www.ebi.ac.uk/ols4/ontologies/cl/classes/http%253A%252F%252Fpurl.obolibrary.org%252Fobo%252FCL_4023062) | dentate gyrus neuron |
Morphology & Electrophysiology
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Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)
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<tr>
<th class="infobox-header" colspan="2">Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)</th>
</tr>
<tr> [@human2019]
<td class="label">Cell Source</td>
<td>Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs)</td>
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<td class="label">Lineage</td>
<td>Neuron > Dentate gyrus > Hilar mosaic > iPSC-derived</td>
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<td class="label">Markers</td>
<td>PROX1, CALB2 (Calretinin), DLX2, NeuroD1</td>
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<td class="label">Brain Regions</td>
<td>Dentate gyrus hilus (iPSC model)</td>
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<td class="label">Disease Modeling</td>
<td>[Alzheimer's Disease](/diseases/alzheimers-disease), [Temporal Lobe Epilepsy](/diseases/temporal-lobe-epilepsy), Depression</td>
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Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (iPSC-Derived)
Overview
Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (Ipsc Derived) plays an important role in the study of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides comprehensive information about this topic, including its mechanisms, significance in disease processes, and therapeutic implications.
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Multi-Taxonomy Classification
Taxonomy Database Cross-References
| Taxonomy | ID | Name / Label |
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| Cell Ontology (CL) | [CL:4023062](https://www.ebi.ac.uk/ols4/ontologies/cl/classes/http%253A%252F%252Fpurl.obolibrary.org%252Fobo%252FCL_4023062) | dentate gyrus neuron |
Morphology & Electrophysiology
- Morphology: dentate gyrus neuron (source: Cell Ontology)
- Morphology can be inferred from Cell Ontology classification
External Database Links
- [Cell Ontology (CL:4023062)](https://www.ebi.ac.uk/ols4/ontologies/cl/classes/http%253A%252F%252Fpurl.obolibrary.org%252Fobo%252FCL_4023062)
- [OBO Foundry (CL:4023062)](http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/CL_4023062)
- [Allen Brain Cell Atlas](https://portal.brain-map.org/atlases-and-data/bkp/abc-atlas)
- [CellxGene Census](https://cellxgene.cziscience.com/)
- [Human Cell Atlas](https://www.humancellatlas.org/)
Introduction
Dentate gyrus hilar mosaic (iPSC-derived) refers to heterogeneous neuronal populations generated from induced pluripotent stem cells that model the molecular and functional characteristics of neurons found in the dentate gyrus hilus region of the hippocampus [1]. These iPSC-derived neurons provide powerful models for studying human hippocampal development, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic interventions without the limitations of post-mortem tissue.
The dentate gyrus hilus contains diverse neuronal populations including hilar mossy cells, various interneurons, and progenitor cells. iPSC-derived models aim to recapitulate this cellular diversity for research applications [2].
Cellular Composition
Hilar Mossy Cells
These excitatory neurons are key components:
- Location - Dentate gyrus hilus
- Markers - CALB2 (calretinin), NMDAR1
- Function - Dendritic integration, circuit modulation
- Connectivity - Mossy fiber outputs to CA3
Hilar Interneurons
Various inhibitory populations:
- Somatostatin (SST) neurons - Local inhibition
- Parvalbumin (PV) neurons - Fast-spiking
- CCK interneurons - Diverse functions
Progenitor Populations
iPSC models include:
- Neural progenitors - Proliferative capacity
- Immature neurons - Post-mitotic, developing
- Astrocytes - Supporting glia
Molecular Characteristics
Marker Genes
- PROX1 - Dentate granule cell marker
- CALB2 - Calretinin, mossy cell marker
- DLX2 - Interneuron development
- NeuroD1 - Neuronal differentiation
- SST - Somatostatin interneurons
- PVALB - Parvalbumin interneurons
Functional Properties
iPSC-derived neurons exhibit:
- Action potential firing - Functional excitability
- Synaptic connections - Formation of circuits
- Calcium dynamics - Signaling properties
- Neurotransmitter production - GABA, glutamate
Disease Modeling Applications
Alzheimer's Disease
iPSC models of AD-relevant hilar neurons [3]:
Amyloid pathology - Aβ effects on neurons
Tau dysfunction - NFT formation
Synaptic deficits - Connectivity changes
Electrophysiology - Functional impairmentsTemporal Lobe Epilepsy
Modeling seizure-related changes:
Hyperexcitability - Increased firing
Network dysfunction - Altered circuits
Mossy cell loss - Characteristic pathology
Therapeutic screening - Drug testingDepression
Hilar neuron involvement:
Stress responses - Glucocorticoid effects
Neuroplasticity - Morphological changes
Circuit dysfunction - Mood-related circuitsResearch Applications
Disease Mechanisms
iPSC-derived hilar neurons enable:
Genetic studies - Patient-derived cells
Pathophysiology - Disease mechanisms
Drug screening - Therapeutic compounds
Personalized medicine - Patient-specific modelsDevelopmental Studies
Understanding hippocampal development:
Neurogenesis - Adult hippocampal neurogenesis
Migration - Cell positioning
Differentiation - Cell fate decisions
Circuit formation - ConnectivityAdvantages of iPSC Models
Human Relevance
- Human neurons - Species-specific features
- Patient genetics - Disease-relevant backgrounds
- Accessibility - Living neural tissue
Experimental Control
- Environmental manipulation - Controlled conditions
- Genetic engineering - Targeted modifications
- Temporal control - Developmental staging
Therapeutic Applications
- Drug discovery - High-throughput screening
- Toxicology testing - Safety assessment
- Regenerative approaches - Cell therapy
Limitations and Challenges
Model Constraints
Current limitations include:
Immaturity - fetal-like vs adult state
Regional specification - Achieving precise identity
Circuit integration - Limited network formation
Variability - Line-to-line differencesTechnical Considerations
- Differentiation protocols - Optimization needs
- Characterization - Comprehensive validation
- Reproducibility - Consistent results
Overview
Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (Ipsc Derived) plays an important role in the study of neurodegenerative diseases. This page provides comprehensive information about this topic, including its mechanisms, significance in disease processes, and therapeutic implications.
Background
The study of Dentate Gyrus Hilar Mosaic (Ipsc Derived) has evolved significantly over the past decades. Research in this area has revealed important insights into the underlying mechanisms of neurodegeneration and continues to drive therapeutic development.
Historical context and key discoveries in this field have shaped our current understanding and will continue to guide future research directions.
External Links
- Allen Cell Type Atlas: [https://portal.brain-map.org/atlases-and-data/rnaseq](https://portal.brain-map.org/atlases-and-data/rnaseq)
- iPSC Research: [https://stemcellportal.org/](https://stemcellportal.org/)
- [Cell Types Index](/cell-types) Dentate Gyrus Neurons
- [Hippocampal Neurons](/cell-types/hippocampal-neurons)
- iPSC Models
- [Alzheimer's Disease](/diseases/alzheimers-disease)
- Temporal L- [Genes Index](/genes)Genes Index
- [Diseases Index](/diseases)