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Mar 23, 2024
Two proteins that regulate immune cell response contribute to brain health
Researchers have identified two proteins that influence the function of immune cells, known as macrophages, in fat-rich tissue. This discovery deepens the understanding of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and could provide new approaches for therapies.
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Podlesny-Drabiniok, A., Novikova, G., Liu, Y. et al. BHLHE40/41 regulates microglia and peripheral macrophage responses associated with Alzheimer's disease and other disorders of lipid-rich tissues. Nat Commune 15, 2058 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-024-46315-7
