
Stanford neurobiologist’s research on brain development paves the way for Alzheimer’s solutions
Research
Carla Shatz, famous for discovering how neural connections develop early in life, is using that knowledge to work on the problem of how they can later deteriorate from Alzheimer’s disease.

Study finds people with ‘young brains’ outlive ‘old-brained’ peers
Research
Stanford Medicine researchers have developed a blood test that measures organ biological aging, revealing that younger brains correlate with increased longevity and reduced disease risk.

Signaling pathway could help heal lungs and pancreas
News
Researchers have discovered that a specific signaling pathway can regenerate damaged tissue in the airways and pancreas of mice. The findings could hold promise for those with respiratory illnesses and metabolic syndrome.

Inhibiting enzyme could stabilize progression of Parkinson’s symptoms
Research
Stanford Medicine-led research in mice indicates that decreasing LRRK2 enzyme activity could halt cell death in patients with a type of Parkinson’s disease.

Supportive housing offers cost-effective response to homelessness and opioid use
Research
A new study shows that providing housing without requiring prior drug treatment produces major public health gains and cost savings.

As heart attack deaths decline, chronic heart disease is on the rise
Research
Since 1970, heart attack deaths have fallen by nearly 90%, driven by advances in treatment and public health efforts. But research also reveals a rise in deaths from other heart conditions.

Sports medicine expert discusses Faith Kipyegon’s record-breaking sub-four-minute mile attempt
Q&A
Emily Kraus answers four questions about the limits of human running, breaking records, and the significance of Kipyegon’s endeavor.

Molecule shows promise for preserving muscle strength in aging adults
Research
In a recent study, a single injection of the molecule PGE2 – combined with exercise – significantly improved long-term strength in old mice.

Mosquitoes are on the move. A Stanford biologist is tracking the evolving threat
Research
The world’s deadliest animal is migrating to more hospitable climes as the planet warms. Erin Mordecai and her colleagues are trying to figure out where on Earth the little buggers are about to strike.

Mosquitoes are on the move. A Stanford biologist is tracking the evolving threat
Research
The world’s deadliest animal is migrating to more hospitable climes as the planet warms. Erin Mordecai and her colleagues are trying to figure out where on Earth the little buggers are about to strike.