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New Microglia Atlas Reveals 35,000 RNA Isoforms for Alzheimer's Insights

3/5/2025

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Researchers at Mount Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine have unveiled the isoform-centric microglia genomic atlas (isoMiGA), uncovering over 35,000 unique RNA isoforms specific to microglia. This groundbreaking study connects genetic variants to neurodegenerative diseases, paving the way for innovative therapies aimed at combating Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.

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Researchers at Mount Sinai's Icahn School of Medicine have unveiled the isoform-centric microglia genomic atlas (isoMiGA), uncovering over 35,000 unique RNA isoforms specific to microglia. This groundbreaking study connects genetic variants to neurodegenerative diseases, paving the way for innovative therapies aimed at combating Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.