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·January 23, 2022·8 min read

First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Researchers successfully transplanted genetically modified, clinical-grade pig kidneys into a brain-dead human, replacing their native kidneys. The results demonstrate how xenotransplantation could help address organ shortages.

This image shows the anterior surfaces of the kidneys.

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·August 8, 2015·3 min read

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

According to a new study, poor kidney function is linked to stroke and dementia as a result of decreased blood flow to the brain.

This image shows the location of the kidneys in the human body.

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·November 14, 2014·3 min read

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

Researchers establish a link between short term exposure to lithium and potential kidney damage.

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First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

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First Clinical-Grade Transplant of Gene-Edited Pig Kidneys Into Brain-Dead Human

Kidney Function Impairment Linked to Brain Disorders

Kidney Function Monitoring Vital for People on Lithium

Schizophrenia Risk Gene Linked to Hyper-Excitable Neurons

Healthy Weight and Quitting Smoking Reduce Dementia Risk

Using Physics Equations to Map Memory Distortions

Real-Time Memory Test Created to Spot Alcohol Blackouts

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