KAUST's Vice President of Research presents 2023 Nansen Neuroscience Lecture
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KAUST's Vice President of Research, Professor Pierre Magistretti, presented the 2023 Nansen Neuroscience Lecture in Oslo. The lecture highlighted his discovery of the astrocyte-neuron lactate shuttle and its role in brain physiology and pathology. His research explains how astrocytes feed neurons lactate as a primary energy source, impacting memory and cognition. Why it matters: The lecture recognizes KAUST's contribution to neuroscience and highlights the importance of understanding brain energy consumption for treating neurological disorders.