Microglial functional alteration and increased diversity in the challenged brain: Insights into novel targets for intervention
Microglia are the resident immune cells of the central nervous system (CNS) parenchyma, which perform beneficial physiological roles across life. These immune cells actively maintain CNS health by clearing toxic debris and removing dysfunctional or degenerating cells. They also modify the wiring of...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-10-01
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Series: | Brain, Behavior, & Immunity - Health |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666354621001046 |