Cells recall the way they were
Adult tissues retain — and can recover — a memory of their early development, which might be a game-changer for cancer and regenerative medicine
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A Diabetes Drug Has ‘Significantly Reversed Memory Loss’ in Mice With Alzheimer’s
A drug developed for type 2 diabetes has "significantly reversed memory loss" in mice with Alzheimer's disease, and researchers now want to test it on humans. The treatment is exciting for scientists because it works by protecting the brain cells attacked by Alzheimer's disease in three separate…
How beagles and goldens could help researchers find the next cancer therapy for humans
Radiation oncologist Dr. Michael Kent desperately wants to beat cancer.He’s testing the latest high-tech treatments in clinical trials and using a multimillion-dollar linear accelerator so he can offer the best care to patients — whether they’re beagles, golden retrievers, or the black and white terrier mix named Moo…
Hibernating ground squirrels provide clues to new stroke treatments
Multi-step screening process leads to molecule that may protect brain cells. In the fight against brain damage caused by stroke, researchers have turned to an unlikely source of inspiration: hibernating ground squirrels. While the animals’ brains experience dramatically reduced blood flow during hibernation, just like human patients after…
Mouse study reveals more clues in link between normal breast changes and invasive breast cancer
Before this study, investigators did not know how autophagy is in play during involution and how it is different in the reversible versus irreversible phase of involution.
Handling Hamsters
Hamsters involved in research are gently handled by animal caretakers on a regular basis so they can grow accustomed to human interaction. This reduces stress for the animals. In addition, the hamsters are provided with enrichment items to ensure that they can carry out their normal behaviors. These…
How Exercise Generates new Neurons and Improves Cognition in an Alzheimer’s Mouse Model
Physical exercise can “clean up” the environment, allowing new nerve cells to survive and thrive and improving cognition in the Alzheimer’s mice.
Researchers claim major breakthrough in the fight to cure cystic fibrosis
Adelaide researchers believe their breakthrough in stem cell transplantation therapy, developed in mice, could eventually provide a cure for cystic fibrosis.