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·May 19, 2016·5 min read

Why Staying Up Later Makes Us Tired: Fruit Fly Study

Researchers report they have identified the neurons responsible for why delaying bedtime can create chronic daytime sleepiness.

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·May 17, 2016·3 min read

Altered Purine Metabolism Linked to Depression

According to researchers, people with major depressive disorder could have altered purine metabolism.

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·May 17, 2016·4 min read

Genetic Switch Turned on During Fasting Helps Stop Inflammation

Researchers report a molecular pathway that activates during fasting could help halt the spread of intestinal bacteria into the bloodstream.

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·May 16, 2016·3 min read

Second Gene Modifies Effect of Mutation in a Dog Model of ALS

Researchers have identified a modifier gene that affects the risk of developing degenerative myelopathy, a canine disease similar to ALS in Welsh corgis.

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·May 16, 2016·5 min read

Researchers Genetically Engineer Zika Virus Infectious cDNA Clone

Researchers have genetically engineered a clone of the Zika virus strain. They believe the development could expedite research of the disease.

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·May 16, 2016·4 min read

Converting Cells to Burn, Not Store, Fat: Mouse Study

Findings could help to find treatments for fight obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, researchers report.

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·May 16, 2016·6 min read

Potential Transmission of Non-Genetic Behavioral Traits From Mom to Child

A new study reports symptoms of psychiatric disorders, such as anxiety and heightened response to stress, may be transmitted from mom to child, and even grandchildren by multiple non genetic mechanisms.

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·May 15, 2016·3 min read

Father’s Age and Lifestyle Associated With Birth Defects, Review Reports

A new review reports on associations between birth defects in offspring and its father's age, alcohol use and other environmental factors.

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·May 15, 2016·4 min read

Clarifying the Role of CHOP/GADD153 in Cell Death

A new study that investigates the molecular mechanism of CHOP dependent apoptosis has important implications in Alzheimer's and other diseases.

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·May 13, 2016·4 min read

Prenatal Stress Could Enhance Protective Mechanisms of Babies

Researchers report the oxytocin receptor gene is activated more easily in infants of mothers who faced maternal stress and depression.

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·May 12, 2016·5 min read

Depression is Driven by Network of Genes That Spans Brain Circuits

According to a new study, susceptibility to depression can be affected by tweaking specific gene networks.

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·May 12, 2016·3 min read

Study of Glioma Susceptibility in Dogs May Yield Insights for Humans

A 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.