Science
Scientists discover new 'immune hubs' in skull bone marrow
"Immune hubs" that actively defend the brain have been discovered in mouse skull marrow. Similar cells exist in human skulls, but their role remains unclear.
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Hidden “immune organ” in the skull may help fight brain cancer
Scientists discovered a hidden “immune organ” inside the skull that acts as a rapid first responder against brain cancer in mice. Strengthening this local immune defense improved tumor rejection and survival, raising the possibility of new treatments that target the skull directly.