Curing the brain: in search for new astrocyte-specific therapies

Nature·Apr 24

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Researchers are exploring new therapies that target astrocytes, a type of brain cell, in the treatment of brain disorders. The role of astrocytes in these disorders is not yet fully understood, with some studies suggesting they may be either beneficial or harmful. Various approaches, including the use of nanoparticles, brain cell transplantation, and single-cell transcriptomic profiling, are being investigated as potential treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

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