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To Sleep or Not to Sleep: The Complex Genetic Network Behind Sleep Duration

Neuroscience NewsDecember 15, 2017

NIH researchers have identified a set of genes they believe could explain why some people need more, or less, sleep that others. The findings could help to develop new treatments for a variety of sleep disorders from insomnia to narcolepsy.... Read More...

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HIPPO’s Molecular Balancing Act Helps Nerves Not Short Circuit

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2017

Study reports it may be possible to fine tune molecular signals to insure peripheral nerves are correctly insulated and function properly.... Read More...

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Researchers Determine Pathway for Origin of Most Common Form of Brain and Spinal Cord Tumor

Neuroscience NewsJune 13, 2012

Johns Hopkins scientists hope discovery will drive drug treatments.Johns Hopkins researchers say they have discovered one of the most important cellular mec... Read More...

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