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⬤ LOW 13 Aug 2026, 02:05 UTC

Scientists discover the brain has a fast lane and slow lane for clearing waste

AI has helped scientists measure the brain’s hidden cleaning system, revealing that fluid moves rapidly around its outer spaces but about 50 times more slowly through deep tissue. The discovery could eventually help researchers detect circulation problems linked to Alzheimer’s, aging, and concussions.
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