Known as microglia, these specialised immune cells are our brains’ premier defenders. They protect us from invaders, clear away debris and maintain connections between neurons to ensure the ...

Activation of microglia Gi signaling suppresses NE transmission. a, Schematic of GRABNE2m imaging in the prefrontal cortex. b, Example imaging session with chemogenetic Gi activation in microglia.

Microglia are essential for healthy brain function. Defective microglia are increasingly linked to the development of neurodegenerative disorders. "Microglia are unique," says Prof. Movahedi.

The scientific community knows microglia as the main immune cell of the central nervous system and as the main regulator of inflammatory processes in the brain.

Harnessing human iPSC-microglia for CNS-wide delivery of disease-modifying proteins. Cell Stem Cell, 2025; DOI: 10.1016/j.stem.2025.03.009 ...

Different versions of APOE protein have varying effect on microglia in Alzheimer's disease Date: May 27, 2025 Source: King's College London Summary: A new study suggests how APOE2 is protective ...

SHENZHEN -- Chinese scientists have, for the first time, confirmed the existence of microglia in the peripheral nervous system (PNS). This breakthrough provides novel insights into PNS development ...