Researchers from University of California Report Recent Findings in Cellular Neuroscience (Astrocyte regulation of extracellular space parameters across the sleep-wake cycle).

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of California explores the role of astrocytes in sleep and sleep-related disorders. Astrocytes are a type of cell in the brain that regulate neuronal activity and play a role in clearing away toxic metabolites during sleep. The study examines the influence of astrocytes on the extracellular space (ECS) volume and composition across the sleep-wake cycle, as well as their involvement in the glymphatic system. The findings emphasize the importance of astrocytes in sleep research. [Extracted from the article]

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