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·May 24, 2021·5 min read

Defective Gene Slows Down Brain Cells

Study reveals how the autism-associated Cullin 3 gene affects brain development in mouse models.

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·May 24, 2021·4 min read

Simple Diagnostic Tool Predicts Individual Risk of Alzheimer’s

A new algorithm that uses data from memory tests and blood samples is able to accurately predict an individual's risk for developing Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 24, 2021·5 min read

Specialized Inhibitory Cluster Gates Plasticity in Fear Learning

The apical intercalated cell cluster (apITC), a specialized portion of inhibitory circuitry in the amygdala, has rich connectivity and plays a unique role in modulating synaptic plasticity.

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·May 24, 2021·5 min read

A Natural Food Supplement May Relieve Anxiety

Beta-sitosterol, a natural plant-derived supplement, reduced anxiety in mouse models, both in stand-alone use and in combination with Prozac.

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·May 24, 2021·5 min read

Supersensitive Connection Causes Hatred of Noises

Increased connectivity between the auditory cortex and motor control areas related to the mouth, face, and throat, could be a key feature in identifying misophonia, a condition marked by extreme reactions to "trigger sounds", such as other people chewing.

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·May 24, 2021·3 min read

Step-Closer to Nasal Spray Drug Delivery for Parkinson’s Disease

A new gel that contains levodopa can adhere to nasal tissue. The gel releases levodopa directly into the blood and brain. Researchers say the preliminary data reveals the gel has proven to be effective in animal models.

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·May 24, 2021·6 min read

Full-Genome CRISPR Screen Reveals Surprising Ways Neurons Survive Oxidative Stress

CRISPR gene-editing technology allowed researchers to pinpoint specific neurons and mechanisms related to the effects of oxidative stress in the brain.

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·May 24, 2021·5 min read

Myopia Link to Poor Sleep

People with myopia appear to have delayed circadian rhythms and lower production of melatonin in the brain compared to those without the visual problem.

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·May 24, 2021·4 min read

Regular Physical Activity Linked to Better Organized Preteen Brains

Children who embark on regular exercise have marked differences in brain structure, flexibility, organization, and have more robust neural networks than those who exercise less frequently.

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·May 24, 2021·3 min read

The Brain Learns Faces Fastest In Person

In-person interactions strengthen neural signals related to facial recognition.

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·May 23, 2021·5 min read

Thoughts Bring Prostheses to Life

Using virtual reality technology, researchers found the faulty alignment of prosthetics resulted in a measurable loss in performance for users.

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·May 23, 2021·4 min read

Childhood Disadvantage Affects Brain Connectivity

Functional connectivity was reduced within and between several brain networks in children raised in disadvantaged neighborhoods. Researchers say a positive home and school environment can mitigate some of the effects.