The biological tipping point that protects some brains from dementia – Futura-Sciences

August 1, 2026

2 min

In Alzheimer’s disease, the accumulation of abnormal proteins progressively disrupts brain function. Microglia—the brain's immune cells—attempt to protect neurons, but their behavior can change as the disease progresses. Image generated using an AI tool
In Alzheimer’s disease, the accumulation of abnormal proteins progressively disrupts brain function. Microglia—the brain’s immune cells—attempt to protect neurons, but their behavior can change as the disease progresses. Image generated using an AI tool. © Xavier Demeersman, ChatGPT

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