Targeting certain rogue T cells prevents and reverses multiple sclerosis: Mouse study

TH17 cells produced increased amounts of SerpinB1, a protein implicated in multiple sclerosis symptoms. SerpinB1 cells were identified with antibodies targeting the CXCR6 surface protein. Using monoclonal antibodies to target CXCR6, the cells disappeared significantly, and the mice primed to develop MS did not develop the disease.

neurosciencenews.com/t-cell-multiple-sclerosis-reversal-15029

Could the "Alzheimer's Gene" Finally Become a Drug Target?

Scientists explore/discuss the possibilty of treatment for Alzheimers if APOE, a gene strongly correlated to Alzheimers can be targeted or shut down.

scientificamerican.com/article/could-the-ldquo-alzheimer-rsquo-s-gene-rdquo-finally-become-a-drug-target

Zika Virus Could One Day Help Treat a Deadly Form of Brain Cancer

Scientists see potential for the Zika Virus to help those with glioblastoma, a hard to treat brain cancer [SU]

huffingtonpost.com/entry/zika-virus-glioblastoma-treatment_us_59aee26ce4b0354e440d0792

Game Theory: How Assassin's Creed Predicted the Future of Science

Is it possible to pass memories down between generations as depicted in Assassin's Creed?

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