This research explores how immune-related cells and molecules, beneficial in wound healing, may become harmful in Parkinson’s disease. Using the fruit fly as a model organism, the study investigates which inflammatory processes contribute to brain damage. Early results suggest that excessive activation worsens degeneration, offering potential targets for future therapies.

This research examines how real-world microplastics and nanoplastics affect human brain immune cells. Using plastics from everyday consumer items, it shows rapid cellular stress and mitochondrial damage linked to neurodegenerative disease. The findings suggest current laboratory studies may underestimate the true health risks of chronic plastic exposure.

This research examines how macrophages shift between tumor-fighting and tumor-supporting roles in breast cancer. By identifying signals in the tumor microenvironment and engineering molecular cues to promote tumor-destroying behavior, the work aims to reprogram immune responses and improve therapeutic outcomes for breast cancer patients.