Promising Experiments Against Brain Aging: Study on African Turquoise Killifish
Scientists from Belgium's KU Leuven University conducted an interesting experiment on brain aging in a fish species called "African turquoise killifish", whose life span is four to six months. Using the staining method to identify old and diseased cells in the brains of fish, the researchers mixed the drugs Dasatinib and Quercetin and applied them to these fish for a week.
Sign of Regeneration: 30 Percent Old Brain Cells Eliminated
Announcing the results of the experiment, Researcher Jolien van Houcke stated that 30 percent of aging cells disappeared during the treatment. This not only rejuvenated brain cells but also increased repair capacity. After treatment, the fish's brains were found to have more stem cells that can turn into new nerve cells to help repair the brain after damage or disease.
A New Approach to Dementia
Although there is no definitive solution yet in the treatment of diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia, Belgian researchers discovered that they can stop the aging process in the brain thanks to this drug combination applied to old fish. This is an example of a new way to use drugs used to treat cancer.
KU Leuven University: Brain Cells of Old Fish Renewed
According to local media, researchers from KU Leuven conducted experiments on this special type of fish, which completes its life cycle quite quickly. This offered a unique opportunity to identify diseased and senescent cells in the brain and apply a specific treatment.
Conclusions and Future Hopes
This short-term treatment may provide promising progress in addressing brain aging and damage. While studies on the treatment of brain-related diseases such as Alzheimer's and dementia continue, it is thought that such an approach may open new treatment paths for patients in the future. With these findings, Belgian researchers are taking new steps towards treating dementia and protecting brain health.
