mice
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In mid-aged mice, weight loss led to increased inflammation in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain involved in regulating appetite, energy use, and other essential functions.
From Science Daily
To determine whether these cytokines directly harm the heart, the team vaccinated young male mice and observed increased cardiac troponin levels, indicating heart muscle injury.
From Science Daily
The result: The treated mice no longer demonstrated a fear response when the sound was played.
From Los Angeles Times
The results showed that the young mice experienced noticeable changes in their gut bacteria within the first weeks of life.
From Science Daily
Scientists at Georgetown University Medical Center report that eliminating these aging cells in mice led to fewer seizures, better memory, and protection against epilepsy in some animals.
From Science Daily
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