Genes that May Trigger Depression Identified
A new Nature Communications study reveals 80 newly identified genes that may be linked to an increased risk of developing major depressive disorder.... Read More...
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Personality Trait Shares Genetic Link With Depression
University of Edinburgh researchers report many genes linked to neuroticism are also linked to depression. The findings may help to develop more personalized treatments with depressive disorders.... Read More...
Brain Map Sheds Light on Smokers’ Habit
A new brain mapping study reveals smokers could be predisposed to their addiction due to the molecular make up of their brains.... Read More...
Chimp Study Reveals How Brain’s Structure Shaped Our Evolution
A new neuroimaging study reveals patterns of asymmetry in the human brain may be unique to our species and could help explain how we developed language skills. ... Read More...
Nerve Study Shows How Cells Adapt to Help Repair Damage
A Cell Reports study identifies molecules that allow Schwann cells to help regenerate nerves.... Read More...
Genetic Timetable of Brain’s Aging Process Discovered
University of Edinburgh researchers have discovered a 'timetable' for brain aging. They report most of the changes in gene expression were complete by middle age and female brains appear to age at a slower rate than male brains. Researchers note the biggest reorganization of genes occurs around the age of 26.... Read More...
Depression Changes Structure of the Brain
White matter integrity appears to be reduced in people with major depressive disorders, a new Scientific Reports study reveals. ... Read More...
Olive Oil Nutrient Linked to Processes That Prevent Brain Cancer
Primary ingredient in olive oil can help prevent cancer causing genes from functioning in cells.... Read More...
Diabetes Drug May Help With Symptoms of Fragile X
Researchers report a common diabetes drug helped to restore protein production in the brain to normal levels and repaired brain connections in mouse models of Fragile X.... Read More...
Brain Cancer Discovery Reveals Clues in Quest For New Therapies
Researchers discover a mechanism that may underpin the progression of glioblastoma brain cancer development.... Read More...
Cause of Fatal Childhood Disorder Revealed
Researchers have identified a gene that can lead to profound developmental problems and even death in some infants.... Read More...
Mapping the Brain’s Aging Connections
Researchers report the brain connections that are key to cognition and complex thinking skills are most effected as we age.... Read More...