Synaptic modulation by astrocytes via Ca2+-dependent glutamate release

@article{Santello2009SynapticMB,
  title={Synaptic modulation by astrocytes via Ca2+-dependent glutamate release},
  author={Mirko Santello and Andrea Volterra},
  journal={Neuroscience},
  year={2009},
  volume={158},
  pages={253-259}
}
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