Macrophages in the liver as sensors for the earth magnetic field with signals sent to the brain via the vagal nerve 😮
I'm struggling to understand how this would actually work as a compass signal but it would be very cool.
Also, this pigeon portrait makes for an adorable cover! 🕊️
Hannah Haberkern
Researchers have identified superparamagnetic macrophages in the livers of rock pigeons to be crucial for magnetic sensing. The finding uncovers an unexpected role for immune cells in sensory perception and may fundamentally change our understanding of animal navigation.
https://scim.ag/4nTQ3nq
