Month: May 2022

Astrocyte Reprogramming in Stroke: Opportunities and Challenges

Picture a city under attack by menacing villains. The heroes, called astrocytes, are tasked with saving the day. But what happens when the heroes need backup? That’s where astrocyte reprogramming comes in. Just like reinventing an everyday citizen as a superhero, scientists have discovered a way to transform astrocytes (support cells in the brain) into […]

Published on May 19, 2022

Studying blood flow in small vessels using non-invasive imaging

Imagine you’re a detective, investigating a mysterious crime scene. You need to gather all the clues to solve the case. In this pilot study, scientists used a cool technique called arterial spin labeling magnetic resonance imaging (ASL MRI) to investigate how blood flows in the small vessels of patients with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD). […]

Published on May 19, 2022

The Link Between Untreated Hearing Loss and Emotional Loneliness in Older Adults

Just like a tree standing alone in a vast forest, older adults with untreated hearing loss may experience emotional loneliness. A recent study explored the connection between hearing loss, social isolation, and psychological discomfort in older adults. The researchers found that untreated hearing loss was significantly associated with higher levels of emotional loneliness, while depression […]

Published on May 19, 2022