Previous studies have found similarities in gene expression between resting brain stem cells and normal astrocytes even though they have very different functions. New research into epigenetic ...

Astrocytes shed their supportive role and unlock hidden neurogenic potential, offering new hope for brain injury recovery ...

Much of the brain is made up of a constellation of star-shaped cells called astrocytes, which play vital roles in immunity, neuron maintenance and many other functions. In Alzheimer’s disease ...

Artist's impression of the various cells in the brain. Astrocytes are shown in orange. Artist's impression of the various cells in the brain. Astrocytes are shown in orange. selvanegra/Getty Today ...

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