Disease-causing repeats help human neurons function
Study reports repeats in genes associated with Fragile X syndrome normally regulate how and when proteins are made in neurons.... Read More...
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Unexpected connection between gliomas and neurodegenerative diseases
Study finds significant expression of the Alzheimer's related Tau protein in glioma cells, especially in patients with better prognoses.... Read More...
Neuron found in mice could have implications for effective diet drugs
CALCR, a type of neuron found in the medulla of mice, may hold the key to the development of drugs that can effectively curb overeating and fight obesity in humans.... Read More...
A replacement for exercise?
Sestrin, a naturally occurring compound, mimics many of the effects of exercise in mouse and fly models. The findings could help with the development of medications to help combat muscle wasting associated with aging and neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
How to tell if a brain is awake
Study finds EEG features may not always be accurate in being able to capture the level of consciousness in patients under anesthesia.... Read More...
Daddy shaming happens too
A new national poll reveals 50 percent of fathers say they face criticism and second guess their parenting style, from the way they discipline to play with their children.... Read More...
Mom’s Voice May Help Babies Sleep Better in NICU
Babies in NICU sleep better when their hear their mom's voice, a new study reports. Researchers found babies slept better and woke less often when they were played recordings of their mother's reading a story.... Read More...