Scientists find a way to protect brain tissue in Alzheimer's
⏮ BeforeAlzheimer's damage to memory centers continues as immune cells contribute to neuron destruction.
✅ NowIn mice, blocking those immune cells preserved tissue and improved memory.
In short
- In mice, the treatment preserved roughly 40% more tissue in memory centers.
- Treated mice showed improved memory.
- The approach worked even without removing harmful tau protein buildup.
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Most Alzheimer's research has focused on clearing tau and amyloid from the brain. This study points to a different target: immune cells that help destroy neurons. The results so far come from mice, and the treatment is not yet tested in people.
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Scientists have found a promising way to protect the brain from Alzheimer’s-related damage by blocking immune cells that contribute to the destruction of neurons. In mice, the treatment preserved roughly 40% more tissue in memory centers and improved memory, even without removing harmful tau protein buildup.
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