A special issue curated by guest editor @FilianoLab at @Dukeneurosurg highlights nine reviews discussing the multi-directional communication that occurs between the central nervous system, the surrounding tissues, and the immune system. Read it now: https://t.co/WNmvDh3B6s
Immune System Gene Linked to Hyperactivity, ADHD and Autism
Researchers have identified a link between the immune system and hyperactive behaviors, highlighting the role of the STAT1 gene in regulating behavior.
STAT1, a key regulator in immune responses, appears to influence brain development and function, particularly in dopamine neurons responsible for learning, memory, and motivation.
In mouse studies, prolonged activation of STAT1 during embryonic development led to hyperactivity, fewer neurons, and reduced neural activity in critical brain regions.
The findings suggest that disruptions in STAT1 signaling may contribute to neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD.
Researchers are now exploring whether the STAT1 pathway could be targeted for future therapies.
New study from @FilianoLab links immune system to neurobehavioral conditions: "This work may have implications for ADHD, autism, and schizophrenia and open doors for investigating other conditions like Parkinson’s and substance abuse disorder." https://t.co/wBK53g6MH9
Check out our review "Mechanisms and risk factors for perinatal #allergic disease", led by Jozef and with @Abhay_R_. I♥️ how he simplified the complexities of allergies at the #maternal/#fetal & maternal/#infant interface. Authors' link for full access: https://t.co/HGhEdHUOza
Today I was discussing the evolutionary differences in the mouse and human brains. Please feel free to use this in your lectures. Really, you don’t even need to give me credit.
Excited to share our labs latest work looking at how Prolonged STAT1 signaling in neurons causes hyperactive behavior. We think this could have implications for ADHD and other neurological conditions affecting the basal ganglia. @immunodani
https://t.co/CJomZi3dqv
Did you know that the fetal immune system can protect from congenital infection before birth? -Proud to share our study identifying protective functions of #microglia, contrasting the harmful early influence of #monocytes and primitive macrophages to #zika virus infection.
Thrilled to share new work from our lab led by @mitchkim_mw! The results provide new insight to immune privilege and hopefully diagnostic/therapeutic tools || Endogenous self-peptides guard immune privilege of the central nervous system | Nature https://t.co/Db86b5JKvv
Hyunjung Min et al. @FilianoLab reveal a mechanism by which mural cell–#macrophage interactions regulate the trafficking of CNS antigen-specific T cells to the dura. https://t.co/JFdBr0eFOD
📘 In our #Autoimmunity collection: https://t.co/VFgTlAKVYI
Hyunjung Min et al. @FilianoLab reveal a mechanism by which mural cell–#macrophage interactions regulate the trafficking of CNS antigen-specific T cells to the dura. https://t.co/mmEkHxq4Cs
📘 In our #Neuroscience collection https://t.co/sUk5dzbTWI
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