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Featured Neuroscience

·May 30, 2013·4 min read

Brain Makes its Own Version of Valium

Researchers have found a naturally occurring protein, know as diazepam binding inhibitor, secreted only in discrete areas of the brain may act as a Valium-like break in certain types of epilepsy.

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Featured Neurology

·October 7, 2013·3 min read

Sending Multiple Sclerosis Up in Smoke

Researchers discover THC and CBD prevent inflammation in the spinal cord and brain of mice with MS-like symptoms.

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Featured Neuroscience

·March 6, 2014·2 min read

Discovery Sheds New Light on Marijuana’s Anxiety Relief Effects

Cannabinoid receptors have been identified in the central nucleus of the amygdala, a key emotional hub in the brain.

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Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·May 2, 2014·3 min read

Researchers Discover How Key Protein Enhances Memory and Learning

Researchers report the protein FABP5, usually associated with diseases such as cancer and psoriasis, enhances cognitive function.

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Electrophysiology Featured Neurology

·June 18, 2014·5 min read

Blocking Brain’s ‘Internal Marijuana’ May Trigger Early Alzheimer’s Deficits

Amyloid beta has been implicated in blocking endocannabinoids in the hippocampus; impairing learning and memory long before Alzheimer's plaques form in the brain.

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Electrophysiology Featured Neuroscience

·August 12, 2015·5 min read

Uncovering the Neurological Differences Between the Sexes

Researchers have discovered biological differences between males and females in the molecular regulation of synapses in the hippocampus.

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Featured Neuroscience

·October 26, 2015·4 min read

Oxytocin Enhances Pleasure of Social Interactions by Stimulating Production of “Bliss Molecule”

Researchers report the 'love hormone', oxytocin, could enhance the pleasure of social interactions be stimulating the production of anandamide.

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Featured Genetics

·January 13, 2016·5 min read

Decreasing Nicotine Consumption by Flipping a Molecular ‘Switch’

Researchers have discovered a lipid that may act as a 'switch' to increase or decrease the motivation to consume nicotine.

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Featured Psychology

·February 1, 2016·3 min read

Treating Depression in Alcoholics

Researchers offer hope to alcoholics who find it hard to remain sober due to depression.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 2, 2016·3 min read

Previously Unknown Function of a Cannabinoid Receptor Identified

The findings could provide new insights into brain diseases such as Alzheimer's, schizophrenia and depression.

Featured Most Popular Neuroscience

·May 26, 2016·4 min read

How the Brain Makes and Breaks Habits

Researchers report they have identified a neural pathway involved in switching between habitual behavior and deliberate decision making.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·June 29, 2016·4 min read

Cannabinoids May Reduce Alzheimer’s Proteins From Brain Cells

A new study finds THC reduces amyloid beta proteins in human neurons.

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