Replacing the immune system of the brain

eLife 2026 Open access

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Authors: Julie Rebejac, Soyon Youngae Hong
DOI: 10.7554/elife.110753
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References: 12

Abstract

A new method enables engineered immune progenitor cells to replace microglia in mice and reveals how a genetic mutation can lead to inflammation in the brain.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Neuroinflammation and Neurodegeneration Mechanisms Neurogenesis and neuroplasticity mechanisms Multiple Sclerosis Research Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
eLife
Volume
15
Publication date
27 February 2026
Language
EN