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The blood-brain barrier seems impenetrable, but new therapeutic antibodies may creep past its defenses.
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A small molecule called ALGERNON2 improved health outcomes in mouse models of neurodegenerative diseases by activating antioxidant pathways in astrocytes.
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With ongoing advances, NMR spectroscopy remains a unique tool for unraveling the structural secrets of proteins.
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Molecules that promote restoration of the neuron’s myelin sheath could offer a reparative therapy for multiple sclerosis.
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Researchers explore the role of forgetting in normal brain function and as a therapeutic target for fear-related disorders.
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Inducing the expression of antioxidant genes offers hope for alleviating severe facial discomfort in patients with a chronic pain condition.
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With a star-shaped drug delivery platform that can stay in the stomach for a week or more, researchers hope to improve medication compliance and overall health.
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Researchers discovered that microbial short chain fatty acids influence drug seeking behavior in rats, revealing potential new therapeutic targets for cocaine use disorder.
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A collaborative team overcomes the long-standing challenge of blurred imaging, illuminating once hidden details within the depths of thick samples.
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A drug class that blocks a neuronal receptor’s activity could help stroke patients quickly regain their senses of touch and control over movements.
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From reducing prion protein to fighting neuroinflammation, researchers try different techniques to combat deadly prion diseases.
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Isabelle Mansuy explores how life experiences alter the epigenome of an organism and its descendants.
