Alzheimer's disease
Copper Overload Worsens Inflammatory Response in Alzheimer's Disease
Research conducted by the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) has revealed a critical link between copper exposure and the progression of Alzheimer's disease (AD). According to the study, chronic exposure to copper (Cu) can overburden microglial cells, leading to impaired phagocytosis and increased neuroinflammation. The findings highlight the