The Plasticity of Autonomic Ganglia
A special issue of Biology (ISSN 2079-7737). This special issue belongs to the section "Neuroscience".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 292
Special Issue Editor
Interests: acetylcholine; GABA; co-transmission; neuroplasticity; transmitter segregation; synapse; gLTP; binge-eating disorders; dysautonomia; heart disease
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The autonomic ganglia, long regarded as passive relay centers within the autonomic nervous system, are now understood to possess remarkable plasticity. Far from being static structures, these ganglia exhibit dynamic changes in response to the development, homeostatic requirements, injury, disease, and aging. This Special Issue, titled “Plasticity of Autonomic Ganglia”, presents a selection of original research articles and reviews that explore the cellular, molecular, and functional mechanisms underlying this adaptability.
Contributions to this Special Issue examine a wide spectrum of topics, including ganglionic long-term potentiation (gLTP), synaptic remodeling, neurotransmitter switching, neuroimmune interactions, and the role of trophic factors in ganglionic plasticity. Studies span multiple model systems and methodologies, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of this relevant field. Importantly, several articles address how plastic changes in autonomic ganglia contribute to pathological conditions such as stress, hypertension, heart failure, metabolic syndrome, and binge-eating disorders offering new perspectives on therapeutic targets.
By compiling these diverse yet complementary studies, this Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current progress and to stimulate further investigation into the plastic nature of autonomic ganglia. We hope it serves as a valuable resource for neuroscientists, physiologists, and clinicians interested in the complex regulation of autonomic function.
Dr. Miguel Angel Morales
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- acetylcholine
- GABA
- co-transmission
- neuroplasticity
- transmitter segregation
- synapse
- gLTP
- binge-eating disorders
- dysautonomia
- heart disease
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