id | GO:0014044   Detailed information |
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  name | Schwann cell development |
  namespace | biological_process |
  def | "The process aimed at the progression of a Schwann cell over time, from initial commitment of the cell to a specific fate, to the fully functional differentiated cell. Schwann cells are found in the peripheral nervous system, where they insulate neurons and axons, and regulate the environment in which neurons function." [GOC:dgh, GOC:ef] |
  is_a | GO:0021782 ! glial cell development |
  relationship | part_of GO:0014037 ! Schwann cell differentiation |
  DPGLEAN10444