Glial cells represent the most abundant cell population in the central nervous system and for years they have been thought to provide just structural and trophic support to neurons. Recently, several studies were performed, leading to the identification of an active interaction between glia and neurons. This paper focuses on the role played by glial cells at the level of the synapse, reviewing recent data defining how glia is determinant in synaptogenesis, in the modulation of fully working synaptic contacts and in synaptic plasticity.

The role of glial cells in synaptic function [Recensione] / A. Bacci, C. Verderio, E. Pravettoni, M. Matteoli. - In: PHILOSOPHICAL TRANSACTIONS - ROYAL SOCIETY. BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES. - ISSN 0962-8436. - 354:1381(1999 Feb 28), pp. 403-409.

The role of glial cells in synaptic function

A. Bacci
Primo
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E. Pravettoni
Penultimo
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M. Matteoli
Ultimo
1999

Abstract

Glial cells represent the most abundant cell population in the central nervous system and for years they have been thought to provide just structural and trophic support to neurons. Recently, several studies were performed, leading to the identification of an active interaction between glia and neurons. This paper focuses on the role played by glial cells at the level of the synapse, reviewing recent data defining how glia is determinant in synaptogenesis, in the modulation of fully working synaptic contacts and in synaptic plasticity.
Astrocytes; Glia - neuron interaction; Synaptic transmission; Synaptogenesis
28-feb-1999
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