Pharmacological ablation of astrocytes reduces Aβ degradation and synaptic connectivity in an ex vivo model of Alzheimer’s disease
Abstract Background Astrocytes provide a vital support to neurons in normal and pathological conditions. In Alzheimer’s disease (AD) brains, reactive astrocytes have been found surrounding amyloid plaques, forming an astrocytic scar. However, their role and potential mechanisms whereby they affect n...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Neuroinflammation |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12974-021-02117-y |