FeaturedNeuroscience·February 8, 2018·5 min readThe Molecular Mechanisms Behind Memory FormationResearchers have identified a cellular pathway that encodes memories by strengthening specific neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 8, 2018·4 min readWalking Fish Suggests Locomotion Control Evolved Much Earlier than ThoughtNew research reports the first ambulatory creatures may have remained under water. Researchers report modern descendants of these creatures exhibit walking behaviors on the ocean floor.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·February 8, 2018·6 min readNature, Meet NurtureA new study reveals a diverse array of genetic changes that occur in the brain following sensory experiences.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 8, 2018·4 min readAutism Genetics Study Calls Attention to Motor Skills and General Cognitive ImpairmentA new study of the genetic factors associated with ASD draws attention to the impact autism can have on motor skills and cognitive function.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·February 7, 2018·4 min readCompound Prevents Neurological Damage and Provides Cognitive Benefits For Alzheimer’s: Mouse StudyResearchers report a form of vitamin B3 can help prevent neurological damage and improve cognition in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
AutismFeaturedPsychology·February 7, 2018·3 min readMale Susceptibility to Autism Linked to Male Hormones in Early Stage Brain DevelopmentA new study reveals exposure to androgens during brain development can alter genes linked to autism in males.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·February 7, 2018·3 min readCreation of New Brain Cells May Be LimitedUCSF researchers report neural stem cells only have a very limited capacity to replenish brain tissue.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·February 6, 2018·3 min readBrain Chemical Blamed For Old Age Mental Decline Could Hold Key to Its ReversalResearchers report keeping levels of KYNA low throughout a worm's life can help prevent the onsite of age-related cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 5, 2018·3 min readGene Network That Regulates Motor Neuron Formation During Embryonic Development IdentifiedResearchers have identified a gene network that regulates the development of motor neurons during embryonic development.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 5, 2018·5 min readNew Path For Bipolar Disorder Comes to LightEGR3 and BDNF may play a critical role in the impaired cellular resilience seen in bipolar disorder, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·February 5, 2018·4 min readThe Toxic Relationship Between ALS and Frontotemporal DementiaResearchers report the C9ORF72 genetic mutation can lead to toxicity in neurons, causing 10 percent of all ALS cases and 10 percent of FTD cases.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·February 5, 2018·4 min readGrape Derived Compounds May Promote Resilience Against DepressionResearchers have identified two compounds derived from grapes that might help to treat those with major depressive disorder.Read More
