brain cell
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brain cells
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DHA is a major component of brain cell membranes, helping maintain the structure and function of neurons.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 22, 2026
Working with mouse neurons, they found evidence that a familiar picture of brain cell anatomy may overlook an important feature of the cells' signal-carrying extensions.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 17, 2026
Where I lose patience, though, is when a director assumes the audience doesn’t have a collective brain cell among them and attempts to get away with serving action fans a ration of gruel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
In this case, the change may mark a biological turning point that helps determine whether Alzheimer's pathology continues toward brain cell damage and dementia.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 26, 2026
“I didn’t know Feather had so much as a brain cell to worry with.”
From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison
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