How do neural support cells affect nerve function?

How do neural support cells affect nerve function? 02/27/2018 02:13 PM EST Glial cells may modulate the release of neurotransmitters -- chemicals that relay signals between nerve cells -- by increasing the acidity of the extracellular environment. Full story at https://today.uic.edu/how-do-neural-support-cells-affect-nerve-function Source University of Illinois at Chicago This is an NSF News From the Field item. Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 2415 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22314 · 703-292-5111