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Microchimeric Cells and Brain Health
Research is exploring the role of microchimeric cells, which are exchanged during pregnancy, in brain development and health. This could have significant implications for understanding neurological conditions.
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New Scientist
We now know that cells exchanged during pregnancy can take up residency in our brain. Could they influence our development, health or even behaviour? Columnist Helen Thomson explores this mysterious cellular legacy
2026-10-26 09:00 UTC