ERIC Number: EJ392700
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1989
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Astrocytes.
Kimelberg, Harold K.; Norenberg, Michael D.
Scientific American, v260 n4 p66-72,74,76 Apr 1989
Describes the astrocytes' function as equal partners with neurons in both the normal and the abnormal brain. Discusses the developmental scaffolds, inert scar tissue, Huntington's disease, psychiatric disorders, and the identification of these brain cells. (RT)
Descriptors: Anatomy, Biological Sciences, Biology, College Science, Diseases, Human Body, Neurology, Physical Health, Psychiatry, Special Health Problems
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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