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Neuroinflammation and immunometabolism in neurodegenerative diseases
Brain Inflammation and Immune Cell Metabolism in Brain Degeneration Diseases
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Abstract
Microglia exhibit high metabolic flexibility and can utilize various nutrients for their functions.
- Microglia can change their metabolic processes in response to immune triggers and inflammatory conditions.
- Altered metabolism in microglia is associated with neuroinflammation and may play a role in diseases like Alzheimer's.
- Recent studies have identified connections between metabolic changes in microglia and risk genes linked to neurodegenerative diseases.
- Understanding these metabolic dysregulations in microglia could reveal new targets for treatment.
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