Sleep Science Podcast

S3E8 - Michele Bellesi - Glial Cells and the Architecture of Sleep

November 11, 2025·52 min
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In this episode, we welcome neuroscientist Michele Bellesi from the University of Camerino to explore the fascinating world of glial cells and their dynamic role in sleep. Michele guides us through the four types of glial cells: Astrocytes: Regulators of synaptic function and help form the blood brain barrier (BBB)Oligodendrocytes: Crucial for myelination and fast signal transmissionMicroglia: The brain's immune sentinels, important for responding to infection and injury as well as shap...

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