How Immune Cells Help Wire the Brain

Learn about the fascinating role of immune cells in brain development through this hour-long lecture presented at the Simons Foundation. Explore groundbreaking research on how microglia and other immune cells actively participate in wiring neural circuits, pruning synapses, and shaping brain architecture during development. Discover the mechanisms behind synaptic pruning, the importance of complement proteins, and the implications of immune system dysfunction in neurodevelopmental and psychiatric disorders. Gain insights into cutting-edge neuroscience research that bridges immunology and neurobiology, revealing how our immune system helps build and maintain a healthy brain.