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·February 29, 2016·6 min read

Sleep Loss Boosts Hunger and Unhealthy Food Choices

A new study reports sleep loss enhances endocannabinoid levels, causing hunger and a stronger desire to indulge in snacking.

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·February 9, 2016·5 min read

Social Hormone Promotes Cooperation in Risky Situations

According to a new study, the hormone arginine vasopressin promotes trust and cooperation in humans who are in risky situations.

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Featured Genetics

·February 4, 2016·3 min read

Researchers Identify New Syndrome That Causes Obesity and Intellectual Disabilities

Researchers have identified a new genetic syndrome that causes obesity and mental health problems in six families. The syndrome has an effect on the hypothalamus.

Featured Genetics

·February 3, 2016·3 min read

Growing a Functioning Pituitary Gland

Researchers have successfully grown a functioning 3D pituitary-like structure from embryonic stem cells.

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Autism Featured

·January 28, 2016·4 min read

Estrogens Alleviate Hyperactivity in Zebrafish with Autism Gene

A new study reports the hormone estrogen alleviates sleep disruptions experienced by zebrafish with genes linked to autism.

Image shows fatty cells in the aging thymus.

Featured Neuroscience

·January 11, 2016·3 min read

Immune Function Protected by Life Extending Hormone

A life extending hormone produced by cells in the thymus gland appears to protect against the loss of immune function that comes with aging.

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·November 30, 2015·7 min read

Pregnancy Hormone Helps Multiple Sclerosis Patients Avoid Relapse

Patients with RRMS who took the pregnancy hormone estriol in combination with their regular medication were able to avoid relapse, a new study reports.

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Featured Psychology

·November 4, 2015·4 min read

Fluctuating Estrogen Increases Sensitivity to Stress and Depression During Menopausal Transition

A new study reports estrogen fluctuations which are common during menopausal transition could enhance emotional sensitivity to psychological stress.

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·September 28, 2015·3 min read

Hormone Adiponectin Could Break Cycle of Obesity

According to a new study, the hormone Adiponectin can reverse the negative effects of obesity on offspring when infused into the placenta of obese, pregnant mice.