FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 29, 2019·3 min readSignal blocks stem cell division in the geriatric brainA gene regulated called Id4 appears to be a key component in controlling stem cell proliferation.Read More
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Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·April 6, 2019·4 min readNew hope for treating childhood brain cancerDIPG cancer cells exposed to MI-2 fail to maintain healthy levels of cholesterol and die quickly, by inhibiting lanosterol synthase. Additionally, while MI-2 destroys glioma cancer cells, the drug does not damage healthy brain cells.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·November 7, 2016·4 min readBrains of Those with Anorexia and Bulimia Can Override Urge to EatResearchers have identified a neurological reasons why people with eating disorders are able to override the urge to eat.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 10, 2015·2 min readA New Biomarker for Episodic Migraine DiscoveredResearchers discover a potential biomarker for episodic migraine in women.Read More
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FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·September 16, 2019·4 min readBrain activity intensity drives need for sleepGalanin expressing neurons are selectively active during rebound sleep. The expression of galanin increases after neuronal activity and sleep deprivation. The neuropeptide plays a critical role in sleep homeostasis.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 15, 2019·3 min readHow Fasting Can Improve Overall HealthResearchers report fasting affects the circadian rhythm of the liver and skeletal muscles, allowing them to rewire their metabolism. The study suggests fasting can help improve health and protect against aging related diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 2, 2015·3 min readNeuron Groups, Not Single Cells, Maintain Brain StabilityA new study reports neural networks preserve memories better than individual neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 17, 2013·3 min readQuality of Waking Hours Determines Ease of Falling AsleepResearchers identify two proteins linked to alertness and the sleep-wake balance. Additionally, the study showed that the quality of wakefulness affects how quickly a mammal falls asleep.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·March 9, 2018·5 min readHow the Brain May Be Wired For Drinking FluidsA new Nature study reveals the brain circuits responsible for thirst and satiety.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·February 28, 2018·5 min readMapping the Neural Circuits Governing ThirstResearchers have identified a specific network in the brain of mice that drives the need to drink.Read More
