Neurogenesis in adult primate neocortex: an evaluation of the evidence

P Rakic - Nature Reviews Neuroscience, 2002 - nature.com
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Abstract
Reports of continuous genesis and turnover of neurons in the adult primate association neocortex — the site of the highest cognitive functions — have generated great excitement. Here, I review the available evidence, and question the scientific basis of this claim.
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