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Neuroscientists Identify Brain Cells That Act as Immune System’s Thermostat

This is a significant finding with potential implications for treating autoimmune diseases and other conditions related to the immune system

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Faisal Khan
May 04, 2024
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Despite knowing the brain's involvement in the immune system for years, precise mechanisms underlying this relationship have remained elusive to scientists. Recent advancements in neuroscience have begun to unravel this mystery, revealing intricate pathways through which the brain communicates with the immune system. Key findings suggest that the brain, through the release of neurotransmitters and hormones, can modulate immune responses, influencing inflammation, infection, and autoimmune conditions.

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