Scientists Switch On Nerve Regeneration Once Thought Lost Forever
Cambridge researchers found a gene network that shuts off nerve repair โ and an existing hormone drug that reactivates it.
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Cambridge researchers found a gene network that shuts off nerve repair โ and an existing hormone drug that reactivates it.
A molecule called OLE restores microglia's protective function, reducing amyloid plaques and improving memory in animal models.
New mouse research finds the trendy D+Q senolytic combo severely damages myelin, raising red flags for longevity self-experimenters.
The SenNet atlas reveals where aging cells accumulate in human tissues, opening new doors for senolytic therapies and healthspan extension.
New research reveals stroke may trigger younger-looking brain patterns in healthy regions as the brain rewires itself for recovery.
New research identifies FTL1 protein as key driver of brain aging. Reducing it restored memory and neural connections in mice.
A new tool that boosts mitochondrial activity in neurons restored memory in dementia mice, suggesting energy failure drives Alzheimer's symptoms.
Declining Menin in the hypothalamus drives inflammation and aging. Restoring it reversed decline; D-serine amino acid improved cognition in mice.
MIT researchers discovered how a schizophrenia gene mutation prevents brain adaptation to new information and found a way to restore normal function.
Scientists identify how nitric oxide triggers cellular changes in autism, offering hope for targeted therapies.
A 3-year UT Dallas study of nearly 4,000 adults found measurable brain health gains at every age โ even in your 80s and 90s.
Raising Sox9 levels in aging astrocytes reduced amyloid plaque buildup and protected memory in mouse models with existing Alzheimer's symptoms.
Buck Institute finds the longevity-linked APOE2 variant shields neurons from DNA damage and cellular senescence, explaining its Alzheimer's protection.
Researchers captured live footage of protein clumping in Alzheimer's disease and discovered how to potentially reverse the damage.
Scientists discover brain support cells help glioblastoma grow and identify existing HIV drug that could disrupt this deadly communication.
New gene therapy zorevunersen dramatically reduced seizures in children with severe Dravet syndrome epilepsy while improving quality of life.
Blocking the protein PTP1B boosted memory and cleared brain plaque in mice, with potential links to diabetes and obesity treatment.
MIT researchers discovered that 30% of adult brain synapses are dormant but ready to activate, reshaping how we understand lifelong learning.
Three existing drugs, including a shingles vaccine, emerge as top candidates for repurposing against Alzheimer's disease.
Major study identifies three existing drugs that could be repurposed to fight Alzheimer's disease, offering faster path to treatment.