In healthy brains, immune cells called microglia patrol for damage, clearing away debris and harmful proteins. But in the presence of the APOE4 protein-;the most important genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease-;the same cells cause harmful inflammation and clumps of misfolded proteins, according to a new study by scientists at Gladstone Institutes.
UofL receives $16M to train more primary care physicians for underserved communities
The University of Louisville has received $16 million to help increase Kentuckians’ access to health care, particularly in underserved rural and urban areas.