01 Oct 2014 Blackmores Institute Turmeric compound boosts regeneration of brain stem cells 01 Oct 2014 Share Share on LinkedIn Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Google+ Share on Pinterest News A bioactive compound found in turmeric promotes stem cell proliferation and differentiation in the brain, reveals new research published this week in Stem Cell Research & Therapy. The findings suggest aromatic turmerone could be a future drug candidate for treating neurological disorders, such as stroke and Alzheimer's disease. × To continue reading this article, please Log In or Sign Up for access.