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Source of cell-specific change in Alzheimer’s disease

2017-07-14T16:49:15+00:00

Researchers have identified altered expression of a gene called ANK1, which only recently has been associated with memory robbing Alzheimer's disease, in specific cells in the brain. Following sequencing of each of these cell types, the scientists found that altered ANK1 expression originates in microglia, a type of immune cell found in the brain and [...]

Big Concepts for Little Minds

2017-07-14T11:23:39+00:00

Five new books for babies and newly independent readers illustrate the philosophical and the existential. Source SNH Newsbot: NY Times – Well Blog

Love Letter to My Future Surrogate

2017-07-14T07:00:00+00:00

You won't have to change diapers, calm fussiness or warm bottles: For nine months I'd like to borrow your womb. Source SNH Newsbot: NY Times – Well Blog