Science September 2022 PMID 36137023

Retia mirabilia: Protecting the cetacean brain from locomotion-generated blood pressure pulses.

M A Lillie, A W Vogl, S G Gerard, S Raverty, R E Shadwick

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The overall sentiment reflects high enthusiasm for the article's findings, with posts citing terms like 'wonderful net' and 'amazing designs,' illustrating admiration and curiosity. The technical references and discussions about blood flow protection showcase deep engagement, though the perceived practical impact remains moderate, highlighted by mentions of the study’s significance in neuroscience understanding.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly agree with the importance and function of retia mirabilia in protecting cetacean brains, evidenced by phrases like 'amazing blood vessels' and 'protect the brains of whales and dolphins.'

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The posts display high curiosity about how these vascular adaptations function, emphasizing terms like 'wonderful net' and 'mysterious' that show fascination with marine biology and neuroscience.

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Many discuss specific anatomical features, referencing scientific studies and models, indicating deep engagement and analytical interest in the research findings.

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While the majority see this as significant biological adaptation, some comments suggest it could influence broader understanding of neurovascular protection, which denotes a moderate impact overall.

Abstract in brief

  • Cetaceans have complex vascular networks called retia mirabilia that potentially protect their brains from the high blood pressure pulses generated during movement.
  • The researchers hypothesize that cetaceans evolved a pulse-transfer system within these retia that reduces pulsatility in cerebral blood flow without losing the necessary pressure signals.
  • Using a computational model based on 11 species, they found that the retia's large arterial capacitance can decrease systemic pulsatility by up to 97%, likely as an adaptation linked to their swimming movements such as dorsoventral fluking.]

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