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Bergmann glia

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Featured Neuroscience

·December 5, 2023·4 min read

Cerebellar Glia Influence Aggression Level

Interactions between neurons and glial cells in the cerebellum significantly influence aggression levels in mice. This study highlights the role of the cerebellum, specifically the Bergmann glial cells in the cerebellar vermis, in regulating aggression.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·December 2, 2020·3 min read

Drinking Blocks a Chemical That Promotes Attention

Study sheds light on the brain chemistry involved in attention loss when a person drinks alcohol.

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Featured Neuroscience

·July 28, 2017·4 min read

A Molecule for Proper Neural Wiring in the Cerebellum

Researchers reveal the role GLAST plays in establishing and maintaining neural wiring of Purkinje cells.

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Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·February 18, 2016·4 min read

A Key Mechanism that Could Improve Brain Function

Astrocytes can be adjusted by neurons in response to injury and disease, a new study reports.