FeaturedNeurology·June 1, 2016·3 min readShift Work Unwinds Body Clock, Leading to More Severe StrokesA new study reports working against our natural body clocks could increase the severity of strokes.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·March 11, 2016·4 min readRapid Response for Inflammation Control in Bird Brains May Lead to Human TherapiesUnderstanding how songbirds respond so quickly to trauma and are able to control neuroinflammation may lead to human therapies to hasten stroke recovery, a new study suggests.Read More
AutismFeatured·January 28, 2016·4 min readEstrogens Alleviate Hyperactivity in Zebrafish with Autism GeneA new study reports the hormone estrogen alleviates sleep disruptions experienced by zebrafish with genes linked to autism.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 10, 2015·3 min readCompound Found in Herbs and Spices Strengthens Brain ConnectionsA new study reports a substance found in thyme, parsley and red pepper improves neuron formation and strengthens synapses. The researchers also report the substance has the potential to treat schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 9, 2015·4 min readGene Therapy Could Extend Estrogen’s Protective Effects on MemoryResearchers use gene therapy to help extend the effectiveness of estrogen for retaining memory.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·November 30, 2015·7 min readPregnancy Hormone Helps Multiple Sclerosis Patients Avoid RelapsePatients with RRMS who took the pregnancy hormone estriol in combination with their regular medication were able to avoid relapse, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·November 4, 2015·4 min readFluctuating Estrogen Increases Sensitivity to Stress and Depression During Menopausal TransitionA new study reports estrogen fluctuations which are common during menopausal transition could enhance emotional sensitivity to psychological stress.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·October 9, 2015·3 min readSex Reassignment Hormone Treatments Alter Brain ChemistryA new study reports sex hormones taken by those undergoing gender reassignment can alter brain chemistry and increase risk for mood disorders, especially in men transitioning into women.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 25, 2015·4 min readWhy Men and Women Experience Negative Emotions DifferentlyA new study reports high testosterone levels is linked to lower sensitivity when faced with negative emotions.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 22, 2015·3 min readEstrogen Producing Neurons Influence Aggression in Both SexesWhen aromatase+ neurons are depleted, both male and female mice are slower to show aggressive signs, a new study reports.Read More
AutismFeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 9, 2014·4 min readEstrogen Receptor Expression May Help Explain Why More Males Have AutismResearchers report estrogen receptor beta is significantly decreased in the brain of people with autism.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·September 3, 2014·4 min readEstrogen Increases Cannabis SensitivityAccording to a new study, female rats are 30 percent more sensitive to the pain relieving qualities of THC than males.Read More
