Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Medical Research

A conceptual, photorealistic image illustrating the lncRNA MEG3 molecule interacting within a stylized human brain, with subtle glowing elements indicating areas of inflammation and pyroptosis. Prime lens, 35mm, depth of field, dramatic lighting with blue and red duotones to highlight the conflict at a cellular level.

Brain Under Fire: How a Rogue RNA Called MEG3 Fans the Flames of Stroke Damage

Hey there, science enthusiasts! Ever wondered what happens in the brain during a stroke and, more importantly, right after blood flow is restored? It’s a bit like a double-edged sword. Restoring blood is crucial, but it can also trigger a new wave of damage called cerebral ischemia-reperfusion injury, or CIRI…