Astrocytes Shape
Brain Development

Astrocytes in Brain and
Cognition Development
(ABCD) laboratory

The brain is one of the most complex systems, raising fundamental questions about how its networks form to support social and cognitive behaviors. At the ABCD Lab, we start from the very beginning, from Astrocyte Birth to Brain Development, to reveal the hidden roles of astrocytes in shaping the brain. Our lab addresses this challenge by uncovering the intricate relationship between astrocytes and brain development. Through this lens, we aim to understand how cellular mechanisms give rise to cognition and behavior, providing new insights into the foundations of brain function.

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Lab news

Upcoming Seminar: Prof. Christine R. Rose

We are excited to host Prof. Christine R. Rose (Institute of Neurobiology, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf) for our Wednesday seminar series on June 17, 2026. Prof. Rose has made major contributions to our understanding of astrocyte physiology and neuron-glia interactions. Her group's recent work, published in Nature Communications (Meyer et al., 2026), revealed remarkable cellular and subcellular heterogeneity in astrocytic sodium homeostasis, highlighting how sodium dy

May 29

2026 West Coast Refresh Trip

After finishing the day on May 22, 2026, our lab made a spontaneous trip to the west coast for a quick refresh. Following a busy week of research, everyone enjoyed the ocean breeze, took photos together, and spent some relaxing time by the sea. The group also enjoyed a clam and seafood dinner while taking a short break from the lab routine. We also celebrated the birthdays of our members born in May (Erva, Kyeong-Seon and Bohyun) during the trip. We hope all ABCD Lab members

May 22

Article Published in Experimental & Molecular Medicine (Nature Portfolio)

Two years ago, Dr. Koh, together with colleagues from South Korea, participated in the "Astrocytes in Brain Function and Disease Symposium" held at the Nobel Forum at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, a venue well known for hosting scientific discussions associated with the Nobel Prize community. At the symposium, leading brain scientists and clinicians gathered to discuss emerging therapeutic strategies targeting astrocytes in brain disorders. Based on these discussions and c

Apr 24

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