Astrocyte changes may explain how stress affects mental health
A new study led by UCLA Health researchers has identified a specific type of brain cell and a…
Nanoparticle Therapy Reverses Alzheimer’s Progression in Mice
Researchers at the University of South Carolina have developed a nanoparticle-based treatment that appears to improve performance on…
Study reveals a previously unknown ability of the brain to repair itself
The brain evidently can regenerate itself better than previously assumed after injuries or certain autoimmune diseases. Using a…
Study compares different light therapies for treating Alzheimer’s disease
“We wanted to compare the two most common tPBM paradigms head‑to‑head in a well‑established AD mouse model,” explains…
Blood proteins reveal which aging cells may raise disease risk
A large plasma proteomics study shows that aging patterns in specific cell types may help identify who is…
Novel nanowire platform mimics brain tissue to study astrocytes
Scientists have engineered a nanowire platform that mimics brain tissue to study astrocytes, the star-shaped cells critical for…
Astrocyte-driven approach shows potential to reverse cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s
Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine have discovered a natural mechanism that clears existing amyloid plaques in the…
Astrocytes revealed as key players in stabilizing long-term emotional memories
Why are we able to recall only some of our past experiences? A new study led by Jun…