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MacArthur Genius Grant Winner Probes the Pruning Brain

Oct 1, 2015
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Beth Stevens
Harvard neuroscientist Beth Stevens, a MacArthur Genius Grant winner, discusses her research on how microglia cells prune synapses in the brain and how this process can contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. The podcast explores the importance of studying synaptic loss for potential advancements in treatment.
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Understanding the Role of Glia Cells and Synapse Pruning in the Brain
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