FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 26, 2018·4 min readWhat Are Memories Made Of?A new study evaluates the roles AKT proteins play in synaptic plasticity, brain development and neuropsychiatric disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 25, 2018·4 min readEating Insects Might Seem Yucky, But They Are Nutritious and DigestibleAccording to researchers, modern primates, including humans, are still able to digest insects as well as our ancestors did. The CHIA gene allows us to digest an insect's exoskeleton, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 25, 2018·3 min readLetting Silenced Genes SpeakA new study reports there may be hope that epigenetic diseases could, some day, be cured.Read More
AutismFeatured·January 25, 2018·3 min readNew Insights into Autism Spectrum DisorderResearchers report exposure to a compound used to treat seizures and migraine can cause characteristics associated with autism.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·January 25, 2018·4 min readLifestyle Changes Prevent Cognitive Decline Even in Genetically Susceptible PeopleEven for those genetically susceptible to developing dementia, enhanced lifestyle counselling can help to prevent cognitive decline, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 25, 2018·4 min readHow Our Skin Communicates with the BrainInhibition of the P2X4 protein receptor in sensory neurons decreases sensitivity to touch, a new study reports. The findings could have implications for the development of new topical treatments for psoriasis and dermatitis.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·January 24, 2018·6 min readMitochondria in Brain May Be Source of Alzheimer’sA highly toxic form of amyloid beta disrupts the normal function of mitochondria, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 23, 2018·3 min readInherited IQ Can Increase in Early ChildhoodPositive stimulation helps boost inherited intelligence in young children, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·January 22, 2018·6 min readNew Neuron-Like Cells Allow Investigation into Synthesis of Vital Cellular ComponentsPenn State researchers have developed a method to create synthetic neurons in order to study an enzyme involved in the synthesis of purines.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurology·January 22, 2018·5 min readCombination Chemotherapy May Significantly Improve Treatment for GlioblastomaResearchers report the addition of an FDA approved chemotherapy drug called hydroxyyurea to temozolomide helps to increase survival rates in animal models of glioblastoma.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·January 22, 2018·4 min readPlacental Accumulation of Flame Retardant Chemical Alters Serotonin Production in Rat OffspringA new study reports on a link between exposure to a flame retardant mixture used in foam based furniture and the disruption of normal placenta function in rats. The placental disruption alters the production of serotonin in offspring, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 18, 2018·7 min readHits, Not Concussion, Cause CTEA new study reveals head impact, not concussion, triggers CTE. The discovery could help with early detection and treatments for the neurodegenerative disorder.Read More
