Large-scale mapping of the MCH network in ALS mice reveals the vulnerability of dopaminergic and GABAergic neurons in zona incerta

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• Dopaminergic and GABAergic neurons show notable vulnerability in the zona incerta of ALS mice.
• Specific neuronal loss was observed, indicating the critical role of the MCH network in neurodegeneration.
• Analysis utilized large-scale mapping techniques on ALS mouse models to identify affected neuronal types.
• Findings highlight the importance of targeting vulnerable neurons in future therapeutic strategies for ALS.