Oligodendrocytes (from Greek 'cells with a few branches'), also known as oligodendroglia, are a type of neuroglia whose main function is to provide the myelin sheath to neuronal axons in the central …

Oligodendrocyte, a type of neuroglia found in the central nervous system of invertebrates and vertebrates that functions to produce myelin, an insulating sheath on the axons of nerve fibres. …

Jan 29, 2025 · Oligodendrocytes, through myelin, provide to the axons nutrients, regulate ions and molecular levels, and enhance cytoskeletal function, strengthening the axon’s structural integrity.

Oligodendrocytes, the myelin-forming cells of the CNS, are subjected to cell stress and subsequent death in a number of metabolic or inflammatory disorders, among which is multiple sclerosis (MS) [1, …

Jul 20, 2025 · Oligodendrocytes are specialized cells in the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. As a form of neuroglia, they are non-neuronal cells that provide …

Oct 22, 2009 · Due to this complex differentiation program, and due to their unique metabolism/physiology, oligodendrocytes count among the most vulnerable cells of the CNS. In this …

Nov 12, 2019 · Here, we review the journey of oligodendrocytes from the embryonic stage to their role in homeostasis and their fate in disease. We will also discuss the most common models used to study …

Apr 28, 2025 · Oligodendrocytes (OGDs) are well-established cells in the central nervous system (CNS), primarily recognized for their role in myelination. However, emerging evidence suggests intrinsic …

Apr 1, 2026 · Oligodendrocytes produce the myelin sheath insulating neuronal axons (analogous to Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system), although some oligodendrocytes (called satellite ...

Oligodendrocytes function in the central nervous system, while Schwann cells are a synonymous cell type that functions in the peripheral nervous system, together creating efficient electrical conduction …