Erythropoietin: a molecule that induces protection of nerve cells in the brain.

Erythropoietin, commonly known as Epo, is not just a substance stimulating red blood cells production. It plays an important role in neuroprotection. Not only in humans, but also in insects! Listen to Prof. Ralf Heinrich explaining this intriguing phenomenon in the clip below.

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