FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 21, 2015·5 min readDiabetes Drug May Reduce Parkinson’s RiskAccording to a new study, a drug commonly used to treat diabetes may also reduce risk of developing Parkinson's disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 21, 2015·4 min readNew Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease Development IdentifiedResearchers have implicated a new culprit in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The findings could influence new strategies for treatment.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 21, 2015·5 min readAltering Our RNA to Increase LifespanResearchers report altering the RNA helicases in roundworms doubles their lifespans. They believe a similar technique could also work on human cells.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 20, 2015·3 min readTackling The Secrets of AgingPioneering research will address two critical questions associated with aging; why do some people stay healthy into old age while others face chronic disease, and what can be done about it?Read More
AutismFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·July 20, 2015·3 min readResearchers Claim to Have Uncovered a Cause of Autism and Intellectual DisabilitiesA new study claims researchers have identified a new cause for some cases of autism and other intellectual disabilities.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 17, 2015·4 min readNew Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s DiseaseAn existing anti-malaria drug shows promise for the treatment of Parkinson's disease, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 17, 2015·4 min readSweet Genetics: Common Pathway Underlies Sweet Taste PerceptionAccording to a new study, a single set of genes affects a person's perception of sweet tastes.Read More
AutismFeaturedGenetics·July 16, 2015·3 min readUsing Stem Cells to Create ‘Mini Brains’ Helps Further Understanding of AutismA new stem cell study could help predict autism and could lead to new drug targets for ASD.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 15, 2015·6 min readVisual Processing Pathways Strengthened by Vision Restoring Gene TherapyResearchers find evidence that a sight restoring gene therapy strengthens visual pathways in the brain.Read More
AutismFeaturedGenetics·July 15, 2015·5 min readMechanism for Altered Pattern of Brain Growth in Autism Spectrum Disorder IdentifiedResearcher discover how mutations in a specific autism risk gene alter the course of early brain development.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 15, 2015·7 min readResearchers Identify Gene Associated with Healthy Information ProcessingA new study links a genetic mutation to information processing speed.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·July 13, 2015·5 min readRestoring Hearing in Mice With Gene TherapyFindings could eventually lead to new treatment options for restoring hearing in humans.Read More
