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microglia

British

/ ˌmaɪkrəʊˈɡlɪə /

noun

one of the two types of non-nervous tissue (glia) found in the central nervous system, having macrophage activity Compare macroglia

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The study also revealed important molecular differences between MS lesions containing foamy microglia and those without them.

From Science Daily • Jun. 29, 2026

The researchers found that OLE, a molecule derived from the PM20D1 gene, can shift microglia back into a more protective state.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

Their analysis revealed that microglia were the cells most strongly affected by the treatment.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

At the same time, microglia, which normally help remove these toxic deposits, gradually become less effective.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

The compound, known as OLE, appears to "reprogram" microglia, the brain's immune cells, allowing them to regain some of their protective abilities.

From Science Daily • Jun. 19, 2026

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