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How brain tissue recovers after injury: The role of astrocytes

December 15, 2016 by

The mechanism underlying astrocyte-mediated restoration of brain tissue after an injury has now been pinpointed by a team of researchers. This could lead to new treatments that encourage regeneration by limiting damage to neurons incurred by reduced blood supply or trauma. 

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