Blood Brain Barriers (BBB): Its Role & How It Works
Location
SU-214
Start Date
2-5-2025 12:30 PM
Department
Public Health
Abstract
BBB is a multicellular semi-permeable membrane that prevents toxic and harmful substances from entering the Central Nervous System. The presence of BBB avoids the brain from damage by keeping a stable environment. The BBB also plays multiple roles in maintaining homeostasis, facilitating transport of the essential molecules, and regulating inflammation. In this session we will demonstrate the significance of BBB, which substances pass through it and which can’t.
Faculty Sponsor
Luke Devereux
Faculty Sponsor
Laura West
Blood Brain Barriers (BBB): Its Role & How It Works
SU-214
BBB is a multicellular semi-permeable membrane that prevents toxic and harmful substances from entering the Central Nervous System. The presence of BBB avoids the brain from damage by keeping a stable environment. The BBB also plays multiple roles in maintaining homeostasis, facilitating transport of the essential molecules, and regulating inflammation. In this session we will demonstrate the significance of BBB, which substances pass through it and which can’t.