Fruit Flies Shed New Light on Memory and Aging
Blog summary of a research paper published in Aging (Aging-US) Volume 15, Issue 4: "Aging and memory are altered by genetically manipulating lactate dehydrogenase in the neurons or glia of flies." __________________________________________________________ The brain is a complex organ responsible for many critical functions, including the formation and retrieval of our memories. As we age, the brain undergoes changes that can affect cognitive abilities, including our memory. Understanding the mechanisms that underlie these changes is critical for developing therapies for age-related cognitive…
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