FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·June 22, 2022·4 min readScientists Identify Sensor Underlying Mechanical Itch StimulusStudy identifies a specific protein in sensory neurons that detects mechanical itch stimuli such as an insect crawling on the skin or when one touches an object that irritates the skin.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·June 26, 2017·5 min readExposure to Light Causes Emotional and Physical Responses in Migraine SufferersA new study reveals a connection between light sensitive nerve cells in the eyes and areas of the brain that regulate mood. The findings may help explain how light can induce some of the negative emotions that often accompany migraines.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 8, 2016·3 min readOlfactory Receptors Discovered in BronchiFindings could lead to new treatments for asthma.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·March 11, 2016·5 min readSkin Has the Nerve to Tell You to ScratchStudy identifies a potential drug target in the skin for itching.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 14, 2014·5 min readScientists Find First Evidence of ‘Local’ Clock in the BrainA new study provides fresh insight into how local circadian clocks can control sleep and wakefulness.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 24, 2014·3 min readResearchers Identify Brain Areas Activated by Itch Relieving DrugOpioid receptors involved in itch relief, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 9, 2014·2 min readResearchers Find Rare Genetic Cause of Tourette SyndromeAccording to a new study, a rare genetic mutation which disrupts the production of histamine in the brain could be the cause of tics and other abnormalities associated with Tourette syndrome.Read More
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