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Scientists Reprogram Brain Immune Cells to Clear Alzheimer's Plaques
A molecule called OLE restores microglia's protective function, reducing amyloid plaques and improving memory in animal models.
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Jun 20, 2026 0
Results for "Partial Epigenetic Reprogramming" in Alzheimer's
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Scientists Switch On Nerve Regeneration Once Thought Lost Forever
Cambridge researchers found a gene network that shuts off nerve repair — and an existing hormone drug that reactivates it.
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May 29, 2026 0
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AI Maps Hidden Gene Networks Driving Alzheimer's Brain Changes
New AI system reveals how genes control each other in Alzheimer's brains, uncovering potential treatment targets.
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Mar 28, 2026 0
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MIT Finds Millions of Hidden Silent Synapses Powering Adult Brain Learning
MIT researchers discovered that 30% of adult brain synapses are dormant but ready to activate, reshaping how we understand lifelong learning.
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May 7, 2026 0
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Scientists Restore Memory in Mice by Blocking a Single Alzheimer's Protein
Blocking the protein PTP1B boosted memory and cleared brain plaque in mice, with potential links to diabetes and obesity treatment.
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May 1, 2026 0
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Gene Mutation Traps Schizophrenia Brains in Outdated Reality, Scientists Find Fix
MIT researchers discovered how a schizophrenia gene mutation prevents brain adaptation to new information and found a way to restore normal function.
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Apr 6, 2026 0
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Brain Protein DeltaFosB Drives Cocaine Addiction and Relapse in New Study
Scientists identify how cocaine rewires brain circuits through a protein that acts like a genetic switch, explaining addiction persistence.
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Mar 29, 2026 0
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Gut Bacteria Found to Shield Infants from Autism and ADHD Risk
A landmark study links epigenetic patterns at birth to infant gut microbiome development, with certain bacteria reducing neurodevelopmental risk by age three.
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Jun 3, 2026 0
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Experimental Drug Cuts Childhood Epilepsy Seizures by 91% in Clinical Trial
New gene therapy zorevunersen dramatically reduced seizures in children with severe Dravet syndrome epilepsy while improving quality of life.
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Mar 29, 2026 1
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Scientists Engineer Brain Cells to Clear Alzheimer's Plaques With Single Injection
Researchers turned ordinary brain cells into plaque-clearing machines, reducing Alzheimer's amyloid by half in mice with one treatment.
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Mar 28, 2026 3
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Scientists Reversed Memory Loss by Recharging Brain Mitochondria in Mice
A new tool that boosts mitochondrial activity in neurons restored memory in dementia mice, suggesting energy failure drives Alzheimer's symptoms.
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May 17, 2026 0
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NIH Discovers Why GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Plateau and How to Fix It
New NIH research reveals the brain-cell signaling mechanism behind GLP-1 drug plateaus and a potential way to extend their effects.
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May 26, 2026 0
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Scientists Use RNA Barcodes to Map Brain Connections With Unprecedented Detail
New technique maps thousands of neural connections simultaneously, potentially revolutionizing understanding of brain aging and disease.
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Apr 8, 2026 0
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Scientists Reverse Anxiety by Fixing a Tiny Amygdala Brain Circuit in Mice
Researchers restored a key brain circuit in mice and reversed anxiety and social withdrawal, pointing to a powerful new therapeutic target.
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Jun 4, 2026 0
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Scientists Find Hidden Brain Death Switch That Drives Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers discover toxic protein pair that kills brain cells in Alzheimer's and develop compound to block it in mice.
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Mar 28, 2026 1
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Seven Days of Meditation Rewires Brain Networks and Boosts Immune Function
UC San Diego study shows one week of intensive meditation produces measurable brain changes and enhanced neuroplasticity comparable to psychedelic effects.
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Apr 8, 2026 0
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Gene Therapy Silences Chronic Pain Without Opioid Addiction Risk
New brain-targeted gene therapy mimics morphine's pain relief while avoiding addiction, offering hope for 50+ million Americans with chronic pain.
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Mar 30, 2026 6
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New Psychedelic-Like Compounds Treat Depression Without Causing Hallucinations
UC Davis scientists created novel brain-healing molecules that activate key serotonin receptors tied to neuroplasticity — without triggering hallucinations.
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May 14, 2026 0
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APOE2 Gene Helps Neurons Repair DNA and Resist Brain Aging
Buck Institute finds the longevity-linked APOE2 variant shields neurons from DNA damage and cellular senescence, explaining its Alzheimer's protection.
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May 31, 2026 0
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Brain Chemical Acetylcholine Unlocks Habit-Breaking After Disappointment
Scientists found acetylcholine surges after unexpected failure, triggering behavioral flexibility — with implications for addiction and OCD.
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Jun 9, 2026 0
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