Virginia Tech researchers have shown that memory loss in aging may be reversible. Using CRISPR tools, they corrected molecular disruptions in the hippocampus and amygdala, restoring memory in older rats. Another experiment revived a silenced memory gene, IGF2, through targeted DNA methylation editing. These findings highlight that aging brains can regain function through precise molecular intervention.
tom_•1h ago
"In mice", I thought to myself. But then I read the article - and how wrong I was!
chrisweekly•55m ago
Rats. I thought it'd be mice too.
knodi123•16m ago
but what about my senile mice? please, won't somebody think of them??
wzdd•56m ago
Looking forward to seeing the same generation of biohackers who previously CRISPRed their lactose intolerance to now CRISPR their hippocampi!
riggsdk•20m ago
For those curious, that is @thethoughtemporium on youtube.
twostorytower•24m ago
Download more ram!
BobbyTables2•19m ago
Funny how nobody has used CRISPR to make the body naturally produce caffeine…
stevenjgarner•2h ago