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An international study led by the Institut de Neurociències at the UAB (INc-UAB) has shown that increasing levels of the Klotho protein in mice extends lifespan and improves both physical and cognitive health when aging.

A collaborative study involving the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has shown that the molecule MP-010 can enhance motor function and extend lifespan in a mouse model of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a severe neurodegenerative disease for which there are currently no effective treatments.

The Neurotalent Games, organized by the Rosa M. Vivar Foundation with the collaboration of the INc-UAB, returned for its third edition to promote cognitive health and the prevention of neurocognitive diseases.

"In this thesis, we focused on one of the most representative forms of motor control: reaching and grasping".

After two successful terms under the leadership of Dr. Jesús Giraldo, the Institute enters a new chapter with changes in its management team. Dr. Carles Saura steps into the role of director, with Dr. Gemma Guillazo Blanch joining as deputy director.

According to a study led by Dr. Raül Andero, the drug Osanetant could reduce the intensity at which the fear memory is consolidated, thus preventing the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The research, conducted with female mice, highlights important sex differences in fear processing.

A recent study led by Dr Assumpció Bosch demonstrates the potential of gene therapy to restore motor capacity in an ultra-rare disease, Megalencephalic Leukoencephalopathy with Subcortical Cysts (MLC), even when treatment begins after symptom onset.

The event brought together 40 renowned researchers to advance science in Spain and foster collaborations.

On March 14th, UniStem Day 2025 took place, a special event dedicated to stem cells and advanced therapies for high school students.

We spoke with Dr. Alex Taylor, coordinator of the Animal Minds Lab, who told us about the focus of his research and what is currently known about animal intelligence.