BCIA Continuing Education Posts

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Long considered passive support cells, astrocytes are now shown to be indispensable intermediaries in neuromodulatory signaling.

May 165 min read

This post provides an overview of the four main types of glial cells: astrocytes, microglia, oligodendrocytes, and Schwann cells.

Dec 11, 202410 min read

By targeting astrocytes, new therapies could offer more precise and effective ways to manage epilepsy.

Oct 19, 20249 min read

The brain uses a sophisticated command-and-control system that monitors and manages interactions between roughly 100 billion neurons.

Aug 7, 202418 min read

Behavioral neuroscience discoveries have proceeded at a rapid pace. This series highlights cutting-edge findings and explains their...

Nov 25, 202214 min read