Radial Glial Cells

Radial glial cells are specialized brain cells that play a crucial role during brain development. They act as both neural stem cells, generating new neurons and other brain cells, and as scaffolding, guiding migrating neurons to their proper positions in the developing brain. These cells have long, radial processes that extend from deep inside the brain toward the outer surface, providing a pathway for neurons to reach their destinations. Radial glial cells are essential for constructing the brain's intricate structure, and their function diminishes after birth as other support cells take over roles in the mature brain.