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Baylor College of Medicine

·April 14, 2025·7 min read

Digital Tech May Reduce Dementia Risk

Contrary to fears of "digital dementia," new research finds that using digital technology is linked to a reduced risk of cognitive decline in older adults. A large-scale meta-analysis of over 400,000 participants revealed that digital engagement correlates with a 58% lower risk of cognitive impairment.

Featured Neuroscience

·April 14, 2025·4 min read

How Lactating Brains Rewire Metabolism for Milk Production

Lactation triggers significant metabolic changes in mothers, driven by shifting hormone levels and brain activity. Researchers have now uncovered how increased prolactin and reduced estrogen suppress specific neurons in the hypothalamus to boost appetite and conserve fat, meeting the energy demands of nursing.

Featured Neuroscience

·March 25, 2025·5 min read

Postpartum Moms Prefer Cooler Temps, Brain Changes Explain Why

Pregnancy and lactation trigger major physiological changes, including shifts in body temperature and environmental preferences. Researchers have now discovered that postpartum female mice develop a long-term preference for cooler environments, driven by brain changes.

Autism Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·March 7, 2025·4 min read

Genetic Variant in ITSN1 Linked to Higher Parkinson’s and ASD Risk

A new study has identified genetic variants in the ITSN1 gene that significantly increase the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. Researchers analyzed nearly 500,000 genetic profiles and found that individuals carrying ITSN1 variants face up to a tenfold higher risk of Parkinson’s.

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Auditory Neuroscience Featured Neuroscience

·January 10, 2025·5 min read

New Neuron Types Discovered in Brainstem’s Sound Processing Center

Researchers have identified and mapped diverse cell types in the cochlear nucleus, the brainstem region responsible for processing sound. Using advanced molecular techniques, they uncovered distinct and newly identified cell types that process specific sound features, such as sharp noises or pitch changes.

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Featured Neuroscience

·December 20, 2024·5 min read

Serotonin, GABA, and Dopamine Drive Hunger and Feeding

A new study has revealed how brain circuits and neurotransmitters regulate meal initiation, offering insights into obesity management. Researchers identified serotonin neurons in the midbrain's dorsal Raphe nucleus (DRN) as key players, inhibited by GABA and dopamine when hunger strikes.

Autism Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·December 16, 2024·6 min read

Protein Loss Triggers Molecular Changes Linked to Rett Syndrom

Researchers have uncovered how loss of the MeCP2 protein triggers early molecular changes leading to Rett syndrome, a severe neurological disorder. By studying adult mice, they demonstrated that MeCP2 loss disrupts gene expression well before measurable neurological deficits arise.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 12, 2024·4 min read

Natural Compound BHB-Phe Regulates Appetite

Scientists have identified BHB-Phe, a natural compound produced by the body, that regulates appetite and body weight. By activating specific brain neurons, BHB-Phe suppresses feeding behavior in mice, suggesting potential therapeutic applications for obesity.

Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·November 11, 2024·4 min read

Targeting Enzyme TYK2 Could Reduce Tau in Alzheimer’s Disease

Scientists have discovered that the enzyme TYK2 modifies tau proteins, leading to their accumulation in the brain—a key feature of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. By reducing TYK2 activity in animal models, researchers found tau buildup was decreased, suggesting TYK2 inhibitors could be a potential therapeutic pathway.

Featured Neuroscience

·November 6, 2024·6 min read

Astrocytes’ Role in Memory Storage and Recall Uncovered

Astrocytes, non-neuronal brain cells, have been shown to work alongside neurons to store and recall memories, reshaping our understanding of memory mechanisms. Researchers found that specific astrocytes express the c-Fos gene during memory formation, influencing neuron communication to store memories.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·October 3, 2024·4 min read

Estrogen’s Quick Impact on Neurons via Clic1

Researchers have discovered that estrogen's fast action on neurons is mediated by the estrogen receptor-alpha (ER-alpha) coupling with the chloride ion channel Clic1. This interaction allows estrogen to regulate nerve impulses within milliseconds, influencing processes like mood, cognition, and body weight.

Brain Cancer Electrophysiology Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·September 5, 2024·6 min read

Electrical Impulses Fire in Brain Cancer Tumors

Researchers have discovered a new type of brain cell that fires electric impulses, challenging the long-held belief that only neurons can do so. These hybrid cells, part neuron and part glia, were found in both glioma tumors and healthy human brains.

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Baylor College of Medicine

Digital Tech May Reduce Dementia Risk

How Lactating Brains Rewire Metabolism for Milk Production

Postpartum Moms Prefer Cooler Temps, Brain Changes Explain Why

Genetic Variant in ITSN1 Linked to Higher Parkinson’s and ASD Risk

New Neuron Types Discovered in Brainstem’s Sound Processing Center

Serotonin, GABA, and Dopamine Drive Hunger and Feeding

Protein Loss Triggers Molecular Changes Linked to Rett Syndrom

Natural Compound BHB-Phe Regulates Appetite

Targeting Enzyme TYK2 Could Reduce Tau in Alzheimer’s Disease

Astrocytes’ Role in Memory Storage and Recall Uncovered

Estrogen’s Quick Impact on Neurons via Clic1

Electrical Impulses Fire in Brain Cancer Tumors

Protein Differences Between Sexes Aren’t All Genetic

Salience Network Expansion May Be A Reliable Biomarker for Depression

Water Wrinkles Are Predictable, and May Help Identify You

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