January 1, 2025 4:53 PM

Researchers find vital link between inflammation and depression

Researchers have unveiled transformative insights into the relationship between inflammation and depression, which could fundamentally change our understanding of the biological underpinnings of depression. The research by neuroscientist Professor Raz Yirmiya from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem extends well beyond the confines of the laboratory. His discoveries about the role of microglia cells and interleukin-1 in stress-induced depression raise intriguing questions about therapeutic inte...