Topic: neuron-astrocyte network models

Astrocytes have a pivotal role in overseeing extracellular ion concentrations and synaptic neurotransmitters, profoundly influencing neuronal excitability, synaptic transmission, and behavior. Their intricate interactions with the vascular system and diverse calcium signaling mechanisms further amplify their impact on brain functions. Our prior work has involved exploring spike-timing-dependent plasticity using a synapse model with astrocyte contributions (Manninen et al., 2020). Additionally, we have studied in detail existing astrocyte models tailored for various brain areas and functions (M