Uncovering the secrets of ‘SuperAgers’ and cognitive longevity
For 25 years, scientists at Northwestern Medicine have been studying individuals aged 80 and older – dubbed “SuperAgers”…
Research offers hope for weight loss without gastrointestinal distress
Weight loss and diabetes drugs on the market often do not achieve long-term weight loss for patients. GLP-1…
Metformin’s blood sugar control starts in the brain, not just the liver, study finds
Scientists uncover how low-dose metformin targets brain pathways to lower blood sugar, opening fresh avenues for safer and…
Brain’s blood vessels and immune cells play key role in Alzheimer’s and stroke
The brain’s health depends on more than just its neurons. A complex network of blood vessels and immune…
How Astrocytes Keep Neural Teams in Sync
Key Questions Answered Q: What did scientists discover about astrocytes and information encoding?A: The study found that astrocytes…
Creatine may enhance neuroprotection through energy pathways
Scientists reveal how creatine could do more than build muscle, fueling brain resilience, enhancing mood, and supporting cognitive…