US researchers have used a genetic technique in mice to reveal that early memory problems in Alzheimer’s are likely to be caused by difficulties retrieving memories, rather than laying down new ones. The research highlights particular cells in the brain that could be responsible for retrieving memories, which could be targeted by future treatments against the disease. The findings are published on 16 March in the journal Nature.
Mouse study sheds new light on memory loss in Alzheimer’s
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