Memory Formation: New Research Unlocks Brain Secrets
May 6, 2025
Memory formation is a fundamental process that underpins our ability to learn and recall experiences, linking to various aspects of neuroscience.Recent advancements in brain research have illuminated the complex mechanisms behind how memories are created, stored, and retrieved, with a specific focus on synaptic plasticity—the ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time.
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Microglial Cells: Transforming Alzheimer’s Disease Research
May 6, 2025
Microglial cells are a critical component of the brain's immune system, tirelessly working to maintain neural health.These unique cells patrol the brain's microenvironment, identifying and eliminating dead or damaged neurons, and they play a pivotal role in synaptic pruning, a process essential for proper neural circuit formation and function.
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TIM-3 Alzheimer’s Treatment: A New Hope for Patients
April 18, 2025
Recent advancements in TIM-3 Alzheimer's treatment herald a new era in the battle against Alzheimer's disease, leveraging groundbreaking insights from cancer therapy.Researchers have discovered that by turning off the TIM-3 checkpoint molecule, essential immune cells known as microglia are freed to effectively target and clear plaques in the brain.
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