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UKRI invests £25 million into the National Mouse Genetics Network to study ageing and age-related diseases.
Scientists will use mice as models to understand mechanisms behind dementia and develop new treatments.
Newcastle and Cambridge Universities lead the new "Ageing Cluster" to improve existing and generate new mouse models.
Research findings and tools will be shared within the scientific community to advance understanding of ageing and preclinical testing.
This initiative aims to improve population health, address health inequalities, and promote healthy ageing.
Collaboration across disciplines and institutions is key to unlocking new insights and developing interventions for healthier lifespans.
