Channel-mediated astrocytic glutamate release via Bestrophin-1 targets synaptic NMDARs

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Astrocytes regulate neuronal excitability and synaptic activity by releasing gliotransmitters such as glutamate. Our recent study demonstrated that astrocytes release glutamate upon GPCR activation via Ca<sup>2+</sup> act...

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Main Authors: Han Kyung-Seok, Woo Junsung, Park Hyungju, Yoon Bong-June, Choi Sukwoo, Lee C Justin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2013-01-01
Series:Molecular Brain
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Online Access:http://www.molecularbrain.com/content/6/1/4