Exposure to heightened inflammation in pregnancy caused by infections or other
inflammatory insults has been associated with the onset of neurodevelopmental and …

Abstract In mammals, interleukin (IL)-17 cytokines are produced by innate and adaptive
lymphocytes. However, the IL-17 family has widespread expression throughout evolution …

Importance Primary studies proposed that aberrant maternal antiviral immunity and/or giving
birth in quarantine, such as during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, may be associated …

A maternal high-fat diet affects offspring neurodevelopment with long-term consequences on
their brain health and behavior. During the past three decades, obesity has rapidly …

Prenatal brain development is a highly orchestrated process, making it a very vulnerable
window to perturbations. Maternal stress and subsequent inflammation during pregnancy …

Microglia, the central nervous system innate immune cells, play a critical role in maintaining
a homeostatic environment in the brain throughout life. These cells exhibit an impressive …

Prenatal phthalate exposure has previously been linked to the development of autism
spectrum disorder (ASD). However, the underlying biological mechanisms remain unclear …

Maternal malnutrition has been associated with neurodevelopmental deficits and long-term
implications on the offspring's health and behavior. Here, we investigated the effects of …

Background Diet quality during pregnancy may affect offspring's neurobiology and cognitive
performance in childhood. However, little is known about underlying mechanisms and …

Epidemiological and preclinical studies suggest that maternal obesity increases the risk of
autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in offspring. Here, we assessed the effects of exposure to …