Neuroscience

Researchers uncover axonal protein synthesis defect in ALS

Leuven, January 12, 2026 – Researchers at VIB and KU Leuven have identified a molecular process that allows motor neurons to maintain protein production, a process that fails in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The study, published in Nature Neuroscience, reveals an early weakness in neurodegeneration and highlights a potential target for future therapies.

New immune process identified that may alleviate Alzheimer's disease

Same symptoms, different biology

Researchers uncover new insights into diverging disease mechanisms in ALS

Researchers identify molecular brake that regulates synaptic maturation

Researchers at VIB-KU Leuven shed light on an unusual signaling pathway that orchestrates synaptic structure and function during brain development.

Researchers develop model that predicts onset of Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists create protein ‘seeds’ that trigger key pathological features of ALS and frontotemporal dementia

A new view on 300 million years of brain evolution

Scientists use deep learning to compare gene regulation in different cell types of human and chicken brains

Research reveals unique features of brain cells linked to neurodevelopmental conditions

Tiny antennas on cells offer new ALS insights

Leuven researchers discover new connectivity rules in the brain’s visual network

The genetic roots of rare mutations in Alzheimer’s disease

Can we protect nerve cells from dying? 

Alzheimer researchers uncover protective pathway in mice