Efferocytosis Remodels Osteoclast Metabolism and Enhances Antibacterial Defense
Qixiu Yu, Jie Zhang, Ying Qu, Yong Tang, Yuyang Zhang, Yewei Jia, Qijie Dai, Zhoukai Huang, Jie Shen, Nathachit Limjunyawong, Fei Luo, Ce Dou
This study shows that osteoclast efferocytosis enhances antibacterial defense by remodeling metabolism through glycolytic activity and lactate handling.
bioRxiv · Oct 16, 2026 · PreprintCell Biology