AutismFeaturedNeurology·September 14, 2012·2 min readDisorder of Neural Circuits in Autism Mouse Model is ReversibleScientists have now identified a specific dysfunction in neuronal circuits that is caused by autism. The scientists also report about their success in reversing these neuronal changes in mouse models.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 15, 2016·5 min readHow Neurons Lose Their ConnectionsAccording to researchers, sleep can be impacted due to diets high in fiber, saturated fats and sugar.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·July 31, 2015·4 min readOver-Active Glutamate Receptor Gene in Females with DepressionAccording to a new study, postmortem brain tissue from females who suffered from depression had abnormally high expression levels of a number of genes which regulate the glutamate system.Read More
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