SciTechDaily2/27/2026

New “Cellular” Target Could Transform How We Treat Alzheimer’s Disease

University of Malaga
A new study from researchers highlights an unexpected player in Alzheimer’s disease: aging astrocytes. Senescent astrocytes have been identified as a major contributor to Alzheimer’s progression. The cells lose protective functions and fuel inflammation, particularly in APOE4 carriers. The findings highlight senolytic drugs as a potential new therapy. For the first time, the research team [...]