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Obese Mice Lose Anxiety When ‘Zombie Cells’ Exit the Brain

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 3, 2019

According to researchers, obese mice have increased levels of senescent cells in their brains, and these cells contribute to anxiety. Using senolytics to clear the cells helps to reduce anxiety related behaviors.... Read More...

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Zombie Cells Found in Mouse Brains Prior To Cognitive Loss

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 19, 2018

Researchers report senescent, or Zombie, cells accumulate in certain neurons prior to cognitive loss. By preventing accumulation of these cells, researchers were able to diminish apoptosis, memory loss and tau aggregation.... Read More...

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Obese Mice Lose Anxiety When ‘Zombie Cells’ Exit the Brain

Zombie Cells Found in Mouse Brains Prior To Cognitive Loss