Proteins linked to longevity may be involved in mood control
Excess of sirtuins can produce anxiety, a possible evolutionary adaptation to dietary restriction.
Connecting neurons to fix the brain
New technology helps scientists discover drugs to strengthen synapses.
Making stem-cell therapy a reality
In Killian Award lecture, Rudolf Jaenisch outlines progress and possibilities for treating human disease with stem cells.
From sponges, a potential cancer drug
MIT chemists have synthesized a family of natural compounds that have shown promise in killing tumor cells.
Proteins linked to longevity also linked to Alzheimer’s
Sirtuins appear to control production of the devastating protein fragments that form plaques in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients.
Imaging fish on the fly
New MIT technology allows high-speed study of zebrafish larvae, often used to model human diseases.
Protein linked to aging may boost memory and learning ability
Discovery could lead to new drugs to fight Alzheimer’s and other neurological diseases.
Nutrient mix shows promise in fighting Alzheimer’s
In clinical trial, new approach developed at MIT improves memory in patients with Alzheimer’s disease.
Back to (brain) basics
MIT neuroscientists are using their knowledge of the brain to generate promising treatments for autism, mental retardation and Alzheimer’s disease.
Alzheimer's treatment shows promise in clinical trials
Danone drink based on MIT work does well in first human tests.