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Glial cells are more than our brain’s ‘glue’

Glial cells are more than our brain’s ‘glue’

Researchers uncover how underappreciated glia may play central role in sensory response
Hutch NewsFebruary 29, 2024
Insulin resistance turns tidy brain cells into slobs — which could be a link between diet and neurodegenerative diseases

Insulin resistance turns tidy brain cells into slobs — which could be a link between diet and neurodegenerative diseases

New work in fruit flies shows that a high-sugar diet impairs “housekeeping” brain cells
Hutch NewsNovember 07, 2023
Dr. James Priess elected to National Academy of Sciences

Dr. James Priess elected to National Academy of Sciences

Basic scientist selected for his contributions to understanding the genes and mechanisms involved in development
Hutch NewsMay 02, 2017
'You create your path': Panel of 'Rock Star Women in Science' inspire crowd

'You create your path': Panel of 'Rock Star Women in Science' inspire crowd

Top scientists from five research organizations spoke to sold out crowd about passion, science, confidence and pear farming
Hutch NewsJune 23, 2016
Is it Alzheimer’s? Early memory problems linked to later dementia, study finds

Is it Alzheimer’s? Early memory problems linked to later dementia, study finds

But lifestyle changes like diet and exercise may stave off cognitive decline, Fred Hutch expert says
Hutch NewsSeptember 24, 2014