Abstract
Background: The nucleotide-binding leucine-rich repeat (NLR) family of innate immune genes are important regulators of inflammatory responses in mammals. Results: The NLR gene, Nlrx1, suppresses neuroinflammation in vivo and inhibits microglial (Mg) activation. Conclusion: NLRX1 immunosuppressive function in Mg correlates with suppression of neuroinflammation during mouse models of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Significance: NLR genes can have protective roles during neuroinflammation.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 4173-4179 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Biological Chemistry |
Volume | 289 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Feb 14 2014 |