
#2411NeuroscienceFront Page17 January 2026
Melamine Cyanurate Neurotoxicity: When the Brain’s Cleaning Crew Goes on Strike
New research suggests that melamine cyanurate, a crystal formed from industrial chemicals, impairs brain function by shutting down the cells' internal recycling system. This blockage leads to oxidative damage and memory loss, though kickstarting the cleaning process may reverse the effects.
By Sun, Lai, Wan, Mei, Li, Yang, An