astrocytes

Zurich researchers discover brain’s hidden self-repair mechanism in mice

The adult brain can regenerate itself better than long assumed following injuries or certain autoimmune diseases, according to a study published Monday by researchers at the University of Zurich. The team discovered a specialized group of "regenerative" astrocytes that repopulate…

Study maps how brain stimulation alters genes in living human tissue

Researchers have for the first time mapped how deep brain stimulation alters gene expression across individual cell types in living human brain tissue, a step that could open new avenues for treating cognitive decline.