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·November 12, 2018·3 min read

New Insights Into the Aging Brain

A new study reports klotho, a protein associated with longevity, acts as a gatekeeper that helps shield the brain from the peripheral immune system.

a brain linked to the heart by a DNA strand

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·November 12, 2018·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular Disease

Researchers have identified specific points on chromosome 11 that increase the risks of developing both cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's. The study reports managing cholesterol and triglyceride levels could help to reduce Alzheimer's risk.

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·November 12, 2018·2 min read

Strongest Evidence Yet That Obesity Causes Depression

A new study reports obesity can significantly increase the risk of depression, even in the absence of other health problems.

Autism Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·November 9, 2018·4 min read

Autism Associated with Zinc Deficiency in Early Development

A new study reveals a mechanistic link between zinc levels in fetal development, genes and abnormal neural connections associated with autism.

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·November 7, 2018·4 min read

Unraveling a Genetic Network Linked to Autism

Using CRISPR techniques, researchers have uncovered a genetic network linked to autism.

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·November 5, 2018·3 min read

Genetic Risk Factor for CTE Detected

A new study identifies a genetic mutation that may influence the severity of CTE.

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·November 5, 2018·4 min read

Does Dietary Restriction Protect Against Age Related Leaky Gut?

A new study reveals diet has an impact on the fitness of cells lining the intestinal tract. Researchers report in flies, dietary restrictions prevent leaky gut with aging, while a rich diet prompts intestinal permeability.

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·November 5, 2018·2 min read

Disrupted Circadian Rhythms May Drive Anxiety and Exacerbate Brain Disorders

Researchers report sleep disruptions may not only be a symptom of neurological diseases, circadian rhythm disruptions may drive the brain pathology that contributes to anxiety, dementias and other disorders.

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·November 5, 2018·4 min read

Master Key Gene Has Links to ASD and Schizophrenia

Researchers implicate MIR-137 as a potential causal factor in schizophrenia and ASD.

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·November 5, 2018·2 min read

Lasting Effects of Early Life Stress on Genome, Gut and Brain

Researchers report stress during fetal development and early childhood can have lasting implications for brain development, leading to increased risks of brain disorders later in life.

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·November 4, 2018·5 min read

Evidence of Brain Injuries in Football Players at Surprisingly Young Age

Researchers find evidence of cognitive issues and miRNA biomarkers, indicating brain injuries from concussions or head-to-head contact, in college football players. The findings indicated lasting damage caused by sports related concussions occur earlier than expected.

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·November 2, 2018·3 min read

Nature of Immune Cells in Brain Discovered

Researchers have discovered how the nature of T cells help protect the brain from viruses. The findings shed light on the role the immune system plays in a number of neurodegenerative disorders.