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health1 year ago•4 min saved

Brain Cell Transplants: A Breakthrough for Neurological Disorders?

Astrocytes, star-shaped brain cells, play a crucial role in brain health and are implicated in various neurodegenerative diseases. Recent research highlights the potential of astrocyte transplantation as a treatment for neurological disorders like ALS. Studies show that transplanted astrocytes can integrate into the host brain, promoting regeneration and brain plasticity. The success of such therapies depends on factors like the source and type of astrocytes, as well as the age of the recipient. This promising approach could lead to improved treatments for neurodegenerative conditions.

via Study Finds|

#als #astrocytes #brain-health

health2 years ago•6 min saved

Advancements in Heart Repair: Gene Editing and Infected Heart Transplants

Scientists have used gene editing to create heart muscle cells that reduce arrhythmias by 95% in pigs, according to a study in the journal Cell Stem Cell. Researchers at the University of Washington discovered that cardiomyocyte injections cause arrhythmias because the cells are immature, so they fail to harmonise with the heart’s electrical system and force the organ to beat too quickly. The scientists started with human embryonic stem cells, which have the potential to become any of the 200 different cell types in the body, and altered different combinations of genes to create the new cells.

via The Washington Post|

#arrhythmias #cell-transplantation #gene-editing