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Distant astrocytes found to play a key role in spinal cord repair
Distant astrocytes found to play a key role in spinal cord repair

Cedars-Sinai investigators have discovered a healing mechanism that could one day be harnessed to help treat patients with spinal cord injuries, stroke, and neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis. Read more

Medical News - Dec 18
Astrocyte-driven approach shows potential to reverse cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s
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 brains of mouse models of Alzheimer's disease and preserves cognitive function. Read more

Medical News - Nov 21
Astrocytes revealed as key players in stabilizing long-term emotional memories
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 Nagai at the RIKEN Center for Brain Science in Japan has an answer. Read more

Medical News - Oct 16