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Study Reveals Astrocytes' Role in Obesity and Cognition

8/10/2025

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Astrocytes, the unsung heroes of the brain, have been found to play a crucial role in cognitive abilities linked to obesity, according to groundbreaking research from CNRS and Université Paris Cité. Published in Nature Communication, the study reveals that altering these cells in mice can rejuvenate cognitive function and impact metabolism, opening new avenues for understanding energy regulation.

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Astrocytes, the unsung heroes of the brain, have been found to play a crucial role in cognitive abilities linked to obesity, according to groundbreaking research from CNRS and Université Paris Cité. Published in Nature Communication, the study reveals that altering these cells in mice can rejuvenate cognitive function and impact metabolism, opening new avenues for understanding energy regulation.