Ankur Jain Explores RNA Aggregations in Neurodegenerative Disease

The MIT biologist studies how RNA molecules self-assemble and the role these accumulations may play in diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s.

Ankur Jain Explores RNA Aggregations in Neurodegenerative Disease

The MIT biologist studies how RNA molecules self-assemble and the role these accumulations may play in diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s.

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PATH TO TREATMENT: Marley, pictured here with her father, was diagnosed with the rare genetic condition Bachmann-Bupp syndrome a few years ago.

Doctors Treat Girl’s Genetic Disorder with Repurposed Drug

Amanda Heidt | Dec 1, 2021 | 6 min read

In just 16 months, physicians went from identifying a novel rare disease in three-year-old Marley to successfully treating her with a drug previously used to treat African sleeping sickness and pediatric cancer.

Dietary Spermidine Boosts Cognition in Insects and Rodents

Ruth Williams | Apr 15, 2021 | 3 min read

Mice and flies given the polyamine in their diet have increased brain cell metabolism and cognitive function, and epidemiological data hints at a similar benefit in humans.

Fixing Fly Forgetfulness

Kate Yandell | Sep 3, 2013 | 1 min read

Polyamines help fruit flies retain memories as they age.