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·September 12, 2017·6 min read

Father’s Environmental Exposure Affects Sperm Epigenetics

Researchers report epigenetic modifications in the DNA of sperm in men who had higher phthalate levels.

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·August 25, 2017·5 min read

New Light on Link Between Gut Bacteria and Anxiety

Researchers discover gut microbes may influence microRNA in the prefrontal cortex and amygdala, two areas of the brain associated with depression and anxiety.

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·August 23, 2017·5 min read

Altered Mitochondria Associated With Increased Autism Risk

A new study reports mitochondrial changes may be important risk factors for identifying those with autism spectrum disorders.

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·August 23, 2017·8 min read

You and Some ‘Cavemen’ Get a Genetic Checkup

A new study looks at genomic changes through human evolution and finds, for the most part, evolution has improved the genetic foundations for human health in the most part. However, modern humans appear to be at more of a genetic predisposition to mental health problems than our ancestors.

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·August 15, 2017·4 min read

Eating Habits Affect Skin’s Protection Against Sun

According to a Cell Reports study, mice with abnormal eating schedules are more likely to develop skin cancer cells. Researchers report abnormal eating times disrupt the skin's circadian cycle and weakens the potency of an enzyme that protects against UV rays.

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·August 11, 2017·6 min read

Novel Stem Cell-Derived Model Created of Inflammatory Neurological Disorder

UCSD researchers have successfully created a human stem cell based model of AGS, a rare, inherited autoimmune disorder.

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·August 6, 2017·4 min read

Mapping Mutations That Drive Tumors in Childhood Cancer Survivors

Researchers have identified a specific rearrangement involving the NF2 gene that appears to cause radiation induced meningiomas. The Nature Communication study reports this mutation could be a basis for why many long term pediatric cancer survivors go on to develop brain tumors later in life.

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·August 2, 2017·6 min read

CRISPR Repairs Genes in Human Embryos to Prevent Inherited Disease

A groundbreaking Nature study reports researchers have used CRISPR gene editing technology to correct a mutation that causes hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in embryos. The technique also prevents the mutation from passing to future generations.

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·August 1, 2017·7 min read

Programming Cells With Computer Like Logic

Researchers engineer an RNA molecule into a programmable and logically acting Ribocomputing device. The study may help researchers construct more sophisticated synthetic biological circuits.

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·July 26, 2017·5 min read

Risk for Bipolar Disorder Associated with Faster Aging

A new study in Neuropsychopharmacology reveals an association between faster aging and bipolar depression. Researchers discovered those with bipolar disorder who did not take lithum had shorter telomere length than those with the disorder who took the medication. The study suggests reduced telomere length could reduce hippocampal neurogenesis, increasing the risk for mood disorders.

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·July 18, 2017·4 min read

Potential New Path For PTSD Treatment

A recent study in PNAS implicates alterations in the brain's glutamate signaling in people with PTSD. Neuroimaging revealed increased levels of mGluR5 in those with post traumatic stress disorder. Researchers report drugs that can reduce mGluR5 function could help reduce fear, stress and other symptoms of PTSD.