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Study Reveals X Chromosome's Role in Female Cognition

3/7/2025

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A groundbreaking study from UCSF reveals that the dormant X chromosome in female mice springs to life later in life, strengthening brain cell connections and improving cognition. This discovery sheds light on why older women often face less cognitive decline than men, opening doors to potential interventions targeting the gene PLP1 to enhance brain function for all.

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A groundbreaking study from UCSF reveals that the dormant X chromosome in female mice springs to life later in life, strengthening brain cell connections and improving cognition. This discovery sheds light on why older women often face less cognitive decline than men, opening doors to potential interventions targeting the gene PLP1 to enhance brain function for all.