Star-like cells , astrocytes,  may help the brain tune breathing rhythms NIH study in rats suggests that support cells modulate brain circuit activity. A fresh look at the brain and breathing: NIH study in rats shows that star-shaped brain cells, called astrocytes (red) may play an active role in breathing. Jeffrey C. Smith lab, NIH/NINDS Traditionally,Continue reading “Star-like cells – astrocytes – may help the brain tune breathing rhythms”