NAD metabolism mediates a sex-specific protection against early life infections
Bjoern Klabunde, Karoline Aasmul‐Olsen, Malene Spiegelhauer, Emilie Dalbram Kellezi, Adela Memushaj, Anna Hammerich Thysen, Phuoc Long Nguyen, Susanne Brix, Casper Pedersen, Klaus Boennelykke, Bo Chawes, Jonas T. Treebak, Ole Bæk, Duc Ninh Nguyen
This study identifies NAD metabolism as a sex-dependent factor influencing early-life infection outcomes, showing sex-specific effects of NAD precursor supplementation in mice and humans.
bioRxiv · Oct 23, 2026 · PreprintImmunology