A new study challenges existing theories about spinal cord neurons. New findings suggest neurological signals originate from a major, scattered network of cells that send signals to only a few other neurons.
THC exposure targets genes in two major cellular pathways and alters DNA methylation, a new study reports. Researchers say that wile cannabis triggers structural and regulatory changes in the DNA of users' sperm, they do not know yet whether the changes are passed down to the offspring and what effects that could have.
A Cell Reports study identifies molecules that allow Schwann cells to help regenerate nerves.
According to researchers, tea consumption leads to epigenetic changes in women, involving genes associated with cancer and estrogen metabolism.
Women with lower estrogen levels may be more susceptible to developing PTSD, a new study reports.
Researchers report DNA methylation could be an important sign that reveals a person's smoking history, even years after they have quit.
Researchers have created a math model to estimate the rates of mutation in the human genome.
Researchers develop a method to observe the activity of motor neurons in real time.
A new study reports preconception trauma can result in the transmission of epigenetic changes from the parent to children.
A new study reports researchers have been successful in harnessing a mouse's immune system to attack and remove the buildup of toxic proteins in the brain which are markers for Alzheimer's.
