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  • Stem Cell Biology
  • Immunology

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  • Microglia are essential for central nervous system (CNS) development, homeostasis, and function.
  • In vitro models are increasingly used to analyze microglial functions.
  • Human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) have enabled advanced 2D and 3D cell culture, including brain organoids.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current developments in in vitro microglial production and characterization.
  • To discuss the application of these models in studying microglial function in health and disease.
  • To highlight the potential of brain organoid models for future research.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on in vitro microglial models.
  • Focus on human pluripotent stem cell (hPSC)-based 2D and 3D cultures.
  • Emphasis on brain organoid models for microglial research.

Main Results:

  • In vitro models, especially brain organoids, offer improved platforms for dissecting microglial functions.
  • These models allow detailed analysis of microglial roles in various CNS contexts.
  • Understanding the limitations of current models is crucial for their effective application.

Conclusions:

  • Advanced in vitro systems, particularly brain organoids, are powerful tools for studying microglia.
  • Continued development of these models will enhance our understanding of microglial roles in CNS health and disease.
  • Further improvements are needed to fully leverage the potential of brain organoid models for microglial research.