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“The skin cells were reprogrammed to form neural stem cells that deliver common cancer treatments to glioblastomas in mice. Mouse tumors injected directly with the reprogrammed stem cells shrank 20- to 50-fold in 24–28 days compared with nontreated mice. In addition, the survival times of treated rodents nearly doubled.”

“This is the first successful attempt (as far as I know) of using CRISPR technology to activate epigenetically silence genes in human cells.”

“- Axel Montagne, Ph.D. While we await potential breakthroughs in targeting elements of the neurovascular unit in the blood-brain barrier directly with stem cell therapeutics, gene therapies, and other cutting-edge techniques, there are things we can do now to better support vascular health and thereby help maintain the integrity of the blood-brain barrier.”

“In a study of university students during exam time, investigators noted an increase in anxiety levels and a corresponding increase in urinary magnesium excretion. In a related study conducted over the subsequent four weeks post-exams, the students exhibited reduced red blood cell magnesium concentrations.”

“Luteolin, but not the other antioxidants, substantially reduced hair graying in the mice. Both topical and oral luteolin helped maintain communication between hair follicle stem cells and melanocyte stem cells,which are essential for pigment production.”

“The role of the sirtuin enzymes in regulating mitochondrial function, neuronal functions, stem cell rejuvenation and why they may be important in delaying the aging process. Learn more about Dr. Eric Verdin @EricVerdin on Twitter.”