Microglial Research: Breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s Understanding
Microglial research is reshaping our understanding of the brain's immune system and its critical role in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease.Led by innovators like Beth Stevens, this field delves into how microglia, the brain’s resident immune cells, not only protect the brain from injury but also engage in synaptic pruning — a process essential for healthy brain function.