FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 17, 2018·4 min readGrowing a BrainResearchers have identified how a two step control mechanism that assists in the transition of undefined stem cells into neurons. The findings may help develop new regenerative medical therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·December 17, 2018·3 min readUsing Light to Stop ItchResearchers have developed a light sensitive chemical that binds to specialized nerve cells. When illuminated by near infrared light, the chemical helps stop an itch, allowing for skin healing.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 17, 2018·7 min readHow Marijuana May Damage the Teen Brain: Mouse StudyA new study reveals how marijuana can impede brain development and contribute to increased risks of mental health problems in teens with the DISC1 gene.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·December 17, 2018·3 min readDiscovery of Novel Mechanism that Cause MigrainesResearchers have identified how a mutation causes dysfunction in a protein, which inhibits neural activity and induces migraines.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 14, 2018·7 min readResearchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing BrainResearchers found differences in cells types between 16 regions of the brain during development may be key in determining whether genetic risks translate into disorders like ASD, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 14, 2018·3 min readA Role For MicroRNAs in Social BehaviorResearchers report on how a microRNA cluster associated with the regulation of synaptic strength plays a role in controlling social behaviors in mammals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 13, 2018·3 min readHow the Brain Tells You to Scratch That ItchResearchers shed light on the mechanism that drives the uncontrollable urge to scratch an itch.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 13, 2018·6 min readNew Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal DementiaStudy reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 13, 2018·4 min readNeanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain EvolutionResearchers report modern humans who carry particular Neanderthal DNA fragments have slightly less rounded heads. The findings shed light on the evolution of modern brain shape and function.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·December 13, 2018·4 min readBrain Activity Shows Development of Visual Sensitivity in AutismResearchers report sensory responses change between childhood and adulthood in those with ASD.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 11, 2018·4 min readGenetic Changes Associated with Physical ActivityResearchers have identified 14 genetic regions linked to activity.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 10, 2018·3 min readHow Redheads Inherit Their Flaming LocksResearchers have identified eight genes linked to red hair. The study also found almost 200 genes associated with hair texture, color and whether the hair grows straight or curly.Read More