Muller cells as a target for retinal therapy

Muller cells are specialized glial cells that span the entire retina from the vitreous cavity to the subretinal space. Their functional diversity and unique radial morphology render them particularly interesting targets for new therapeutic approaches. In this review, we reflect on various possibilities for selective Willer cell targeting and describe how some of their cellular mechanisms can be used for retinal neuroprotection. Intriguingly, cross-species investigation of their properties has revealed that Muller cells also have an essential role in retinal regeneration. Although many questions regarding this subject remain, it is clear that Muller cells have unique characteristics that make them suitable targets for the prevention and treatment of numerous retinal diseases.