Herbal Compounds Play a Role in Neuroprotection through the Inhibition of Microglial Activation

Since microglia possess both neuroprotective and neurotoxic potential, they play a crucial role in the central nervous system (CNS). Excessive microglial activation induces inflammation-mediated neuronal damage and degeneration. At present, numerous herbal compounds are able to suppress neurotoxicit...

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Main Authors: Yan Fu, Jianmei Yang, Xingyu Wang, Pin Yang, Yang Zhao, Kun Li, Yongjun Chen, Ying Xu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2018-01-01
Series:Journal of Immunology Research
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/9348046