In both aging human and mouse experiments, researchers identified a link between the MEF2 gene and cognitive resilience. Findings suggest enhancing MEF2 activity could protect the brain against age-related dementia.
SETD1A, a gene associated with schizophrenia, stunts the growth and branching of dendrites and reduces the number of dendritic spines. Reinstating the normal expression of SETD1A in mouse models restored working memory function.
A new study reports a gene that regulates bone growth may also have an additional role in brain development, cognition and learning in human and non-human primates.
Immune system activation of the mother during pregnancy can disrupt neurodevelopment in her offspring, a new study shows.
