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·May 24, 2019·4 min read

New approaches to study the genetics of autism may lead to new therapies

Researchers will present their latest findings regarding genes associated with autism spectrum disorder in an upcoming meeting.

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·May 24, 2019·4 min read

New neurons form in the brain into tenth decade of life, even in people with Alzheimer’s

Hippocampal neurogenesis continues to occur well into old age, and in those with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers found evidence of neurogenesis in people up to the age of 99. While neurogenesis continues to occur in those with Alzheimer's disease, it is significantly reduced compared to those who have normal cognitive function.

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·May 23, 2019·3 min read

A new pathway for an anti-aging drug

TRPML1 may contribute to the neuroprotective and anti-aging properties of rapamycin.

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·May 23, 2019·3 min read

Targeting key gene could help lead to down syndrome treatment

Using stem cells from candidates with Down syndrome to create an organoid, and employing mouse models, researchers pinpoint a gene linked to memory impairments and cognitive problems in Down syndrome. Inhibiting the OLIG2 gene leads to cognitive and memory improvements in mouse models of Down. Researchers hope their findings lead to an in utero treatment that targets the gene and helps reverse abnormal brain development.

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·May 22, 2019·3 min read

New therapeutic target for depression identified

A fragment of the neuropeptide Galanin appears to play a role in anhedonia in mouse models of depression. Galanin could be a potential target for the treatment of depression.

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·May 20, 2019·3 min read

Researchers link new protein to Parkinson’s

The MITOL protein has been implicated in Parkinson's disease.

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·May 17, 2019·4 min read

Natural Compound Found in Broccoli Reawakens the Function of Potent Tumor Suppressor

Targeting the gene WWP1 with indole-3-carbinol, a compound found in broccoli and other cruciferous vegetables, suppressed tumor growth in animal models of cancer.

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·May 17, 2019·3 min read

Groundbreaking genetic discovery shows why Lupus develops

Rare gene variants BLK and BANK1 are present in a substantial percentage of people with Lupus. The genetic variants suppress 1RF5 and type-1 1Fn in B cells, causing dysfunction in the immune cells.

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·May 17, 2019·4 min read

Owning a dog is influenced by our genetic make-up

Large twin study finds a strong genetic contribution to dog ownership in adulthood. Researchers speculate genetic variations may have contributed to the human ability to domesticate dogs and other animals.

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·May 16, 2019·6 min read

Brain changes in autism traced to specific cell types

Studying brain tissue samples from people with ASD revealed a common set of alterations in genes associated with synaptic communication between neurons. The changes were identified mainly in neurons in the uppermost layers of the neocortex.