Level of cellular stress determines longevity of retinal cells

Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - 11:35 in Biology & Nature

Scientists expose neurons in the fruit fly retina — and other cells — to moderate cellular stress and find a protective effect, shedding light on potential therapeutic targets that can protect against or delay the onset of neurodegeneration.

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