#microglia

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Medicine
fromwww.nature.com
1 month ago

Microglianeuron crosstalk via HexGM2MGL2 maintains brain homeostasis

Microglia deliver lysosomal enzyme -hexosaminidase to neurons, aiding the degradation of ganglioside GM2 essential for neuronal health.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
4 months ago

Immune-system strategy used to treat cancer may help with Alzheimer's - Harvard Gazette

Inhibiting TIM-3 in mice enhances microglial activity against Alzheimer's plaques, potentially restoring memory function.
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