Groundbreaking research confirms that the human brain continues to generate new neurons, a process called neurogenesis, throughout adulthood. Scientists at the Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have identified neural progenitor cells in the hippocampus, a brain region critical for learning and memory.
The study, published in *Science*, analyzed brain tissue from individuals aged 0 to 78 years. Researchers used advanced techniques to identify these cells within the dentate gyrus, a key area for memory and cognitive function. This discovery challenges previous beliefs about the brain's limited regenerative capacity.
This research suggests that stimulating neurogenesis could potentially mitigate age-related cognitive decline and treat neurological disorders. The findings offer hope for developing regenerative treatments targeting neurodegenerative and psychiatric conditions. The lead author, Ionut Dumitru, highlighted the potential for regenerative treatments.