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axonal transport

Axonal transport is the process by which nerve cells move essential materials, such as proteins and organelles, along their long projections called axons. Since axons can be very lengthy, this transport system ensures that nutrients, signals, and waste removal happen efficiently between the cell body and the axon terminal. It involves motor proteins like kinesin and dynein, which act like molecular trucks traveling along microtubule highways within the nerve. This system is vital for maintaining nerve health, transmitting signals, and supporting proper neuron function.