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. 2022 Mar 7;15:787753. doi: 10.3389/fnins.2021.787753

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Summary of neurons (red, purple) and glial cell types (blue, cyan) in the C. elegans nervous system. Illustration of nervous system with neurons, glial cells and fascicles is kindly provided by Openworm.org (Sarma et al., 2018). Tables present the C. elegans nervous system cell types, listed based on their characterized symmetry, terminal neurotransmitter identities (for neurons), morphology (for glial cells). Sheath on axons/dendrites refers to glia with membranes that ensheath axons or dendritic tips, respectively. Details and relevant citations are provided in the text.