Distinct Microglia States Associated with Alzheimer's Disease (opens in new tab)

Microglia are innate immune cells resident in the brain, responsible for defense against pathogens, destruction of senescent and potentially cancerous cells, and assistance with regeneration and tissue maintenance. In recent years, increasing attention has been given to changes in the behavior of microglia, particularly increased inflammatory signaling, as a contributing cause of age-related neurodegenerative conditions. Here, researchers make use of modern omics technologies to assess distin...