Astrocytes Emerge as Key Architects of Fear Memory, Challenging Neuronal Primacy

Imagine a star-shaped cell in the brain, reaching out with long, thin extensions to surround nearby neurons. This cell is called an astrocyte. For years, scientists believed astrocytes mainly acted…

The Brain’s Unsung Architects: Astrocytes Emerge as Crucial Players in Shaping Fear and Memory

Imagine a star-shaped cell in the intricate tapestry of the brain, extending delicate, thread-like arms to cradle and communicate with neighboring neurons. For decades, these remarkable cells, known as astrocytes,…

The Brain’s Unsung Architects: Astrocytes Emerge as Pivotal Players in Fear Memory Formation and Extinction

Imagine a star-shaped cell within the intricate landscape of the brain, its slender extensions reaching out to delicately embrace nearby neurons. These are astrocytes, once relegated to the role of…