During brain development, the formation of neuronal synapses at the right time, the right place, and the right strength are crucial to the ongoing function of the brain throughout life. However, just how this happens, and the molecular signals involved are still not fully understand. Now, a study from researchers at the Salk Institute shows brain cells called astrocytes initiate communication between a set of … Continue reading Astrocytes regulate the formation of synapses in neurodevelopment.