Fatty Acid Synthesis in Glial Cells of the CNS

Fatty acids (FAs) are of crucial importance for brain homeostasis and neural function. Glia cells support the high demand of FAs that the central nervous system (CNS) needs for its proper functioning. Additionally, FAs can modulate inflammation and direct CNS repair, thereby contributing to brain pathologies such Alzheimer's disease or multiple sclerosis. Intervention strategies targeting FA synthesis in glia represents a potential therapeutic opportunity for several CNS diseases.

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Fatty acids play a crucial role in brain homeostasis and neural function, with glia cells supporting the high demand of FAs in the CNS. Modulating FA synthesis in glia presents a potential therapeutic opportunity for various CNS diseases, including Alzheimer's and multiple sclerosis.