The key stages of neural development include neurogenesis, neuronal migration, axonal and dendritic growth, synaptogenesis, and synaptic pruning. Each stage is crucial for the formation of functional neural circuits:
Neurogenesis - the formation of new neurons from neural stem cells. Neuronal Migration - the movement of neurons to their destined locations in the brain. Axonal and Dendritic Growth - the elongation of axons and dendrites to establish connections between neurons. Synaptogenesis - the formation of synapses between neurons. Synaptic Pruning - the elimination of excess synapses to fine-tune neural networks.
