New study identifies key protein for brain stem cell longevity - Longevity.Technology

Cell receptor protein also stimulates the growth of brain cancer stem cells say researchers at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School.

A receptor that was first identified as necessary for insulin action, that also is located on the neural stem cells found deep in the brains of mice, is pivotal for brain stem cell longevity, accordi… [+4125 chars]

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