An experimental molecule “reprograms” the brain’s defenses against Alzheimer’s disease (IMAGE)

Universidad Miguel Hernandez de Elche

An experimental molecule “reprograms” the brain’s defenses against Alzheimer’s disease

Caption

Microglia (in red) respond to the treatment by encapsulating and reducing the size of amyloid plaques (in blue) and protecting neurons. Cell nuclei are shown in green.

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Instituto de Neurociencias UMH CSIC.

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