FeaturedGenetics·October 4, 2013·6 min readResearchers Uncover 48 New Genetic Variants Associated with Multiple SclerosisResearchers have identified an additional 48 genetic variants which influence the risk of developing MS. There are now 110 genetic variants associated with the disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 3, 2013·2 min readDrowsy Drosophila Shed Light on Sleep and HungerResearchers find a key function of the neuropeptide sNPF which regulates sleep, hunger and metabolism in Drosophila.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 3, 2013·4 min readBlocking Nerve Cells Could Halt Itching Symptoms of EczemaResearchers investigated how the nervous system interacts with the immune system to cause the inflammation and itching associated with eczema. The findings could lead to new treatment options for eczema sufferers.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 3, 2013·3 min readStem Cells Help Repair Traumatic Brain Injury by Building a “Biobridge”Transplanted stem cells help build a 'biobridge' which links uninjured brain regions to those damaged as a result of TBI, a new study shows.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 3, 2013·2 min readHow Depression Blurs MemoriesThe more depressed a person is, the harder it is for them to distinguish between similar items or experiences, a new study finds.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 3, 2013·2 min readCell Auto Cleaning Mechanism Mediates the Formation of Plaques in Alzheimer’sUsing transgenic mice, researchers find a lack of autophagy in neurons prevents the secretion of amyloid beta and the formation of β-amyloid plaques in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2013·2 min readResearchers Identify Neural Circuits That Modulate REM SleepResearchers discover a link between neural activity in the lateral hypothalamus and the state of REM sleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 2, 2013·3 min readBrain and Song Structure in Zebra Finches Strongly Influenced by EnvironmentVariations in brain and song structure in zebra finches is strongly influenced by environment, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·October 1, 2013·2 min readSmoking During Pregnancy May Increase Risk of Bipolar Disorder in OffspringA new study suggests a link between prenatal tobacco exposure and an increased risk of developing bipolar disorder in adult offspring.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 1, 2013·3 min readResearchers Find Early Success in New Treatment for Stroke RecoveryResearchers report on full recovery of forelimb strength in rats after a stroke by using vagus nerve stimulation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 1, 2013·2 min readDecoding Sounds’ Source: Researchers Unravel Part of MysteryA new study provides insight into how localized hearing works in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 1, 2013·3 min readZinc Discovery May Shed Light on Neurodegenerative DiseasesA shortage of zinc may contribute to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.Read More
