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How the biggest Alzheimer’s risk gene disrupts the process of insulating neurons
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David Orenstein | The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory
MIT researchers showed that the APOE4 gene variant suppresses molecular signaling needed for oligodendrocytes to myelinate neurons and also demonstrated a proof-of-concept fix.
Making room to explore
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Leila Hudson | Office of Graduate Education
Professor Fan Wang is recognized as “Committed to Caring” for creating a supportive environment for ambitious research and student well-being.
Symposium highlights MIT’s wide range of innovations for aging brain health
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David Orenstein | The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory
In six talks, researchers from across MIT described projects aimed at advancing the understanding of and interventions against neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and ALS.