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Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

Neuroscience NewsDecember 14, 2018

Researchers found differences in cells types between 16 regions of the brain during development may be key in determining whether genetic risks translate into disorders like ASD, schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.... Read More...

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A Role For MicroRNAs in Social Behavior

Neuroscience NewsDecember 14, 2018

Researchers report on how a microRNA cluster associated with the regulation of synaptic strength plays a role in controlling social behaviors in mammals.... Read More...

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How the Brain Tells You to Scratch That Itch

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

Researchers shed light on the mechanism that drives the uncontrollable urge to scratch an itch.... Read More...

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New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

Study reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.... Read More...

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Neanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain Evolution

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

Researchers report modern humans who carry particular Neanderthal DNA fragments have slightly less rounded heads. The findings shed light on the evolution of modern brain shape and function.... Read More...

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Brain Activity Shows Development of Visual Sensitivity in Autism

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

Researchers report sensory responses change between childhood and adulthood in those with ASD. ... Read More...

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Genetic Changes Associated with Physical Activity

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2018

Researchers have identified 14 genetic regions linked to activity.... Read More...

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How Redheads Inherit Their Flaming Locks

Neuroscience NewsDecember 10, 2018

Researchers have identified eight genes linked to red hair. The study also found almost 200 genes associated with hair texture, color and whether the hair grows straight or curly.... Read More...

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Siblings of Children with ASD or ADHD Are At Elevated Risk of Both Disorders

Neuroscience NewsDecember 10, 2018

According to a new study, siblings of children diagnosed with ASD or ADHD have an increased risk of being diagnosed with the disorders themselves. Researchers found the odds of being diagnosed with ASD were 30 times higher for those who had older siblings with autism, and 3.7 times higher for ADHD diagnosis.... Read More...

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Alzheimer’s Patients Classified in Six Subgroups

Neuroscience NewsDecember 5, 2018

Researchers have identified cognitive subgroups related to genetic differences in Alzheimer's patients. The findings, researchers say, could open the door for more personalized treatments of the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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Improving Understanding of the Formation of New Neurons in the Mammalian Adult Brain

Neuroscience NewsDecember 4, 2018

Researchers have developed an innovative approach to identifying novel cellular targets and pathways involved in wiring adult born neurons into existing brain circuits.... Read More...

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Gene that Lets You Eat As Much As You Like Holds Promise Against Obesity

Neuroscience NewsDecember 4, 2018

Removing the RCAN1 gene in mice reduced weight gain, even when the animals were fed high fat diets for prolonged periods of time. Researchers say the findings could help develop new treatments to help prevent obesity in humans.... Read More...

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Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

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Alzheimer’s Protein Accidentally Transmitted to Patients Via Discontinued Medical Treatments

Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

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Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

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Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

Genetics

Researchers Find Roots of Neuropsychiatric Diseases in Developing Brain

How the Brain Tells You to Scratch That Itch

New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia

Neanderthal Gene Gives Clues to Human Brain Evolution

Brain Activity Shows Development of Visual Sensitivity in Autism

Genetic Changes Associated with Physical Activity

How Redheads Inherit Their Flaming Locks

Siblings of Children with ASD or ADHD Are At Elevated Risk of Both Disorders

Alzheimer’s Patients Classified in Six Subgroups

Improving Understanding of the Formation of New Neurons in the Mammalian Adult Brain

Gene that Lets You Eat As Much As You Like Holds Promise Against Obesity