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What guards the aged brain against neurodegeneration? A study finds that the REST protein has a central role in protecting ageing neurons from death and in maintaining cognitive capacity in the elderly. See Article p.448

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Figure 1: REST activation distinguishes healthy aged brains from the brains of those with Alzheimer's disease.

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