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Institute for Glial Sciences

Our Mission: To uncover the mechanisms of glial development & dysfunction & develop breakthrough therapies.

Driving a fundamentally different approach to understanding and treating neurological disease through groundbreaking glial cell research.
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Research

Learn more about what glial cells are and their influence on numerous diseases.

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Our research has been featured in various prestigious news and media outlets, highlighting its contributions to advancing medicine.

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Training and Education

We are committed to fostering the growth of the next generation of research scientists and clinicians, ensuring a future filled with breakthroughs.

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