Healing and Hope–Astrocytes
- By Sanjana Sundara Raj Sreenath
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About the Artwork
This artwork underscores themes of hope and healing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Depicted is an astrocyte, a nervous system cell that provides support and protection for nerve cells. It plays a role in nourishment, regeneration and healing after injury.
Sanjana Sundara Raj Sreenath is a first-year medical student at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center–El Paso. She received her bachelor of science degree from the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.
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1 thought on “Healing and Hope–Astrocytes”
Our bodies are beautifully made. Love these colors and the unique design. Wonderful!!