Autism Associated with Zinc Deficiency in Early Development
A new study reveals a mechanistic link between zinc levels in fetal development, genes and abnormal neural connections associated with autism.... Read More...
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Astrocytes Have an Unexpected Role in Brain Plasticity
A new study reports a protein made by astrocytes plays a critical role in brain plasticity by assisting with neural maturation and flexibility.... Read More...
Protein Has Unique Effects in the Neural Connections Related to Information Processing
A new study provides new insight into the molecular mechanisms that enable synaptic transmission critical for cognition.... Read More...
Receptors Key to Strong Memories
The strength of a memory depends upon the number of receptors in a synapse, researchers report.... Read More...
Rare Form of ‘Thunder’ Protein May Be Linked to Schizophrenia
A new study has identified rare genetic variation in the Thorase protein that causes the breakdown of receptors at the connections between neurons in the brain. The anti-epilepsy drug perampanel can help reverse anti-social behaviors linked to schizophrenia that are associated with this genetic variation.... Read More...
Homing System Delivers Drugs to Specific Neurons
Researchers have developed a new method to deliver drugs to specific neurons throughout the brain.... Read More...