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Posted August 8, 2022 genetics

Rejuvenation research: Can infusions of “young” blood increase lifespan?

By GENETIC ENGINEERING NEWS In a new study, young and old mice were surgically joined such that they shared blood circulation for three months. According to the results, the old mice … Continue Reading Rejuvenation research: Can infusions of “young” blood increase lifespan?

Human brain organoids successfully integrate into the mouse cortex and respond to visual stimuli

Could these mini-brain ‘grafts’ be used to repair brain injuries in the future?

Brain-computer interface successfully predicts patient’s thoughts in two separate studies

A new brain-computer interface (BCI) predicted unspoken words from brain activity.

Artificial tissue reverses erectile dysfunction in pigs

The synthetic penile tissue restored erectile function “immediately.”

New nanoparticle ‘reshapes’ belly fat to stop more forming

The nanoparticle converts unhealthy fat into healthier fat cells.

Finally, a possible vaccine to treat UTIs–one of the most common (and resistant) infections in the world

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are now the most common cause of outpatient infections worldwide.