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·March 3, 2020

Brain cells that change shape after a meal

Following a meal, astrocytes associated with POMC neurons in the hypothalamus alter their shape. After eating, glucose levels increase temporarily. Astrocytes detect the signal and react within one hour, causing POMC neurons to activate and promote the feeling of satiety. Read More

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·February 21, 2020

Lack of oxygen during pregnancy can cause schizophrenia

Lack of oxygen to the fetus during pregnancy as a result of pre-eclampsia may increase the risk for schizophrenia, a new study reports. Read More

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·August 29, 2019

The ‘inflammation’ of opioid use: Research correlates inflammation in the brain and gut to negative emotional state during opioid withdrawal

Inflammation caused by opioid use to both the brain and gut may exacerbate symptoms of negative emotions associated with withdrawal. Targeting the inflammation could help alleviate the negative experiences of opioid withdrawal and prevent dependence. Read More

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·July 17, 2019

Study pinpoints cell types affected in brains of multiple sclerosis patients

Projection neurons have been implicated in the progression of multiple sclerosis. A new study reports projection neurons are damaged by immune cells. This damage could contribute to both atrophy and cognitive changes associated with the disease. Read More

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·June 20, 2019

Frustrated fish give up thanks to glia, not just neurons

Glial cells and radial astrocytes might control the decision to give up swimming against the current in Zebrafish. Read More

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·March 6, 2019

Scientists Identify Gene Partnerships that Promote Spinal Cord Regeneration

Axolotl salamander genes that allow the neural tube and nerve fibers to regenerate after spinal cord damage have been identified. These genes are also found in humans, but are activated differently. Read More

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·March 5, 2019

Discovery of the Genetics Conductor of Brain Stem Cells

Researchers describe their findings about how the Foxg1 gene is involved in the development and differentiation of neurons and glial cells from stem cells. Read More

Featured Genetics Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 11, 2018

Researchers Unexpectedly Reprogram Mature Neurons in Mice

Researchers have made a surprise discovery that could help provide treatment options for a range of conditions from Parkinson's disease to depression. Researching how to transform supportive brain cells into neurons, the scientists unexpectedly transformed mature inhibitory striatal neurons into dopamine producing neurons. Read More

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·September 17, 2018

Brain’s Lymphatic Vessels May Be New Treatment Avenue for Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have discovered lymphatic vessels carry previously unknown messages from the brain to the immune system that triggers multiple sclerosis. Blocking the messages may provide new treatment options for the disease. Read More

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·September 14, 2018

More Immune Cells in Brains of Those with Schizophrenia

A new study reports some people with schizophrenia have increased numbers of immune cells in their brains. Researchers say the immune cells may be producing inflammatory signals in those with the condition. Read More

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·July 27, 2018

New Study Offers Hope of Recovery From Spinal Cord Injury

Researchers say a novel enzyme treatment may reduce inflammation and scarring that prevents neural regeneration in spinal cord injury. Read More

Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·June 27, 2018

New Mechanism Involved in Age Related Memory Loss Discovered

Researchers report specific alterations in signaling circuits associated with memory can induce an abnormal response in neurons, which is linked to the aging process and cognitive decline. Read More

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