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SynthesisMolecular neurobiology2026

MicroRNAs Regulation of Axon Sprouting in Peripheral Nerve Regeneration: A Systematic Review.

Elahe Khademi, Mohammad Reza Nourani, Ali Najafi

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Synthesis in Molecular neurobiology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Elahe KhademiDevelopmental Biology Laboratory, School of Biology, College of Science, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
Mohammad Reza NouraniTissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Research Center, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Ali NajafiMolecular Biology Research Center, Biomedicine Technologies Institute, Baqiyatallah University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran. najafi74@yahoo.com.

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Abstract

Peripheral nerve injuries frequently result in long-term motor and sensory deficits, chronic pain, and incomplete functional recovery despite advances in surgical and rehabilitative approaches. MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as important post-transcriptional regulators of gene expression that influence axonal sprouting and peripheral nerve regeneration. This systematic review synthesizes current evidence on the roles of key miRNAs, particularly miR-21, miR-133b, miR-124, and miR-30b, in modulating critical signaling pathways including PI3K/Akt/mTOR and Rho/ROCK. These miRNAs contribute to axonal outgrowth, Schwann cell responses, and the resolution of inflammation. Preclinical studies demonstrate that miRNA-loaded exosomes and other delivery platforms can enhance neurite outgrowth and functional recovery in models of sciatic nerve injury. Various delivery systems, including viral vectors, polymeric nanoparticles, hydrogels, and engineered exosomes, have been investigated for targeted miRNA administration. Nevertheless, challenges related to the complexity of miRNA regulatory networks, efficient and specific delivery, and scalable production remain significant barriers to clinical translation. Overall, miRNA-based strategies represent a promising avenue for improving outcomes after peripheral nerve injury, provided that current limitations in delivery and specificity can be effectively addressed.

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AxonsMicroRNAsNerve RegenerationPeripheral Nerve InjuriesAnimalsExosomesHumansSignal TransductionMicroRNAsAxon sproutingExosomesmicroRNAsNerve repairPeripheral nerve regenerationSchwann cellsTherapeutic delivery

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