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Muscle-secreted neurturin couples fiber oxidative metabolism and slow motor neuron identity

ABSTRACT: In this study we evaluate the effects of muscle-derived neurturin on skeletal muscle innervation, metabolism, and performance.

ORGANISM(S): Mus musculus

PROVIDER: GSE155068 | GEO | 2021/11/30

REPOSITORIES: GEO

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