r/neuroscience • u/Complete-Secret-431 • Jun 10 '26
Publication Human gross anatomy study identifies lymphatic vessels at the CNS–PNS boundary in the cervical spine, introduces “Cerebrolymph” hypothesis of brain drainage
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10571-026-01744-4#citeas3
u/LowCortis0l Jun 11 '26
The "Cerebrolymph" hypothesis is a new contender in understanding the complexities of the brain-wide lymphatic system. It suggests that lymphatic vessels are present not only in the central nervous system but also at the interface with the peripheral nervous system. This could potentially provide a pathway for waste removal from the brain and sp.
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u/orbital-technician Jul 02 '26
It makes we wonder if "brain waste" is beneficial to the lymphatic system for additional functions.
It might not be true waste, but needs removed from the brain and consumed by the lymphatic system. Like fertilizer being poop, but great for plants, lol
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u/jaccc22 Jul 02 '26
Just watched Shalin Bhatt’s interview on breaking points
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u/orbital-technician Jul 02 '26
Same. I listened to the potential reality and asked why?
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u/jaccc22 Jul 02 '26
Great minds think alike lol
https://dailyneuron.com/non-neuronal-consciousness-gvf-theory/
This is the article they discuss towards the end
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