FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 15, 2016·4 min readClarifying the Role of CHOP/GADD153 in Cell DeathA new study that investigates the molecular mechanism of CHOP dependent apoptosis has important implications in Alzheimer's and other diseases.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 13, 2016·4 min readPrenatal Stress Could Enhance Protective Mechanisms of BabiesResearchers report the oxytocin receptor gene is activated more easily in infants of mothers who faced maternal stress and depression.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·May 12, 2016·5 min readDepression is Driven by Network of Genes That Spans Brain CircuitsAccording to a new study, susceptibility to depression can be affected by tweaking specific gene networks.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 12, 2016·3 min readStudy of Glioma Susceptibility in Dogs May Yield Insights for HumansA new study study of the genetic factors underlying glioma formation in dogs reveals three genes associated with the cancer. The findings may prove helpful in diagnosis and developing new treatments for humans.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience Videos·May 12, 2016·4 min readThe New SLENDR Technique: Protein Labeling in the Developing Brain by Genome EditingResearchers have developed a new method to accurately and rapidly locate proteins within brain cells.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPain·May 12, 2016·4 min readStudy Reveals Why Chronic Pain May PersistA new study may provide clues as to why chronic pain can persist, even though the injury that caused it has healed.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 12, 2016·5 min readA Genetic Link Between Impulsivity and Binge Drinking in Teens: Mouse and Human StudyResearchers link the gene KALRN to impulsivity and binge drinking behaviors in teens.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·May 11, 2016·6 min readGenetic Variants Could Place Some Soldiers at Greater Risk of PTSDFollowing a massive analysis of DNA samples from military personnel, researchers have identified two statistically significant genetic variants that could be associated with an increased risk for developing PTSD.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 11, 2016·10 min readScientists Identify Genes Associated With Educational AttainmentAccording to researchers, many of the genes associated with educational attainment are influential in brain development, even prior to birth.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 11, 2016·3 min readFruit Flies May Help Us Develop a Better Understanding of Brain InjuriesA new study suggest using fruit flies as models for TBI could hold the key for identifying genes and pathways to promote repair and minimize damage to the nervous system.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 10, 2016·2 min readClue for Development of Treatment of Alzheimer’s DiseaseResearchers have succeeded in increasing the velocity constant for a reaction in which proteins implicated in Alzheimer's turn into toxic substances by using ultrasonic irradiation.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 10, 2016·4 min readGene Mutation Shown to Cause Form of Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia in Animal ModelsFindings can help researchers test for the CAPN1 mutations associated with some forms of HSP.Read More
