Introductory Course on Glial Cell Biology

The Introductory Course on Glial Cell Biology 2023 is aiming at young researchers and researchers who are new in the field. The lectures will give a broad overview on the key aspects of glial cell biology. Supplementary registration is required.

Topics:

• Introduction and history of glial research
• Functions of astrocytes in the healthy brain
• Functions of oligodendrocytes in the healthy brain
• Functions of microglia in development and plasticity
• Functions and dysfunctions of Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system
• The role of glial cells in neurodegeneration
• The role of glial cells in inflammatory disorders
• The role of glial cells in psychiatric diseases
• Glial cells and glioma

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