FeaturedGenetics·December 21, 2015·4 min readIntelligence Network in the Human Brain DiscoveredResearchers identify two gene clusters in the brain linked to human intelligence.Read More
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FeaturedGenetics·December 17, 2015·4 min readA Molecular Basis for MemoryStudy supports the hypothesis that memories are encoded with the help of epigenetic modification.Read More
GeneticsOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 15, 2015·4 min readMechanism for Specific Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder DiscoveredResearchers have identified a gene variant linked to psychotic symptoms and cognitive impairment in people with bipolar disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·December 15, 2015·5 min readStress Increases Alzheimer’s Risk in Older PeopleA new study reports stress in older people increases the risk for mild cognitive impairment, a precursor to Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 14, 2015·5 min readAge Related Cognitive Decline Genes Discovered in Adult Worm NeuronsFinding could point the way to new therapies to extend life and enhance healthy aging in humans.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 14, 2015·6 min readAltered Activity in Cell Cycle Genes May Underlie Abnormal Brain Growth in Autistic ToddlersA new study identifies common genomic defects that may explain why children with autism have an abnormal number of brain cells and abnormal brain growth.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·December 11, 2015·4 min readAn Alternative Explanation for Free Radical Theory of AgingA new study reports the a majority of Swiss students questioned were against the use of cognitive enhancement drugs.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 10, 2015·7 min readBrain Function And Gene Expression Study Reveals How The Brain Knows When It’s Running Low on CaffeineResearcher studies his own brain and reveals new relations between brain and body.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 10, 2015·3 min readHalting NeurodegenerationResearchers have discovered mechanisms that lead to neurodegeneration.Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsPsychology·December 10, 2015·6 min readOne Gene Plays Role in Autism and SchizophreniaA new study reports on the role Shank3 plays in both schizophrenia and autism.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 10, 2015·4 min readHow Astrocytes Function in HumansA new study looks at the role astrocytes play in detecting neuroactivity.Read More
