Hormone potentially linked to hypersexual disorder identified
Study implicates dysregulation of epigenetic mechanisms of both DNA methylation and microRNA activity, in addition to oxytocin to hypersexuality.... Read More...
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Transplanted brain stem cells survive without anti-rejection drugs
Researchers have developed a new method to transplant neural stem cells into mice without the need for lifelong anti-rejection medications.... Read More...
The surprising link between a babies’ weeble-wobble and the genetics of motor control
A new fruit fly study reveals a simple genetic system is behind complex movements. The finding sheds light on motor control issues associated with neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
Nicotine Exposure During Pregnancy Alters Dopamine Neurons and Genes in Newborns
A new study reports chronic nicotine exposure during pregnancy alters the genetics and dopamine neurons of newborns. The findings could help researchers develop a possible cure for nicotine addiction.... Read More...
Researchers Pinpoint Genes Tied to Dementia
Researchers have identified two major groups of genes involved in mutations that result in an overproduction of tau. The findings could offer new avenues for treatments to slow the progression of dementia.... Read More...
Evidence of Brain Injuries in Football Players at Surprisingly Young Age
Researchers find evidence of cognitive issues and miRNA biomarkers, indicating brain injuries from concussions or head-to-head contact, in college football players. The findings indicated lasting damage caused by sports related concussions occur earlier than expected.... Read More...
Why Do Some Sleep Deprived People Experience Worse Cognitive Function Than Others?
A new study reports microRNAs in the blood are altered as a result of sleep deprivation. Researchers used MiRNA alterations as a biomarker to determine cognitive performance following psychological stress and sleep loss.... Read More...
Injectable Gel Helps Heart Muscles Regenerate After Heart Attack
Researchers have developed a new injectable gel that releases microRNAs into heart muscles, restarting the replication of existing caridomyocytes following a heart attack.... Read More...
Powerful Biomarker of Multiple Sclerosis Discovered
Researchers have identified a unique biomarker in the blood of people with Multiple Sclerosis. Using a simple blood test, researchers were able to identify those with MS and discriminate between people at different stages of the disease.... Read More...
Humans No Longer Have Ancient Defense Mechanism Against Viruses
The course of evolution has caused vertebrates to lose an important defense mechanism against viral infections, researchers report.... Read More...
Circular RNA Linked to Brain Function
A new study reveals the role circular RNA plays in brain function, including synaptic transmission and sensorimotor gating.... Read More...
Bright Spots in Brain Cells
Researchers report neurons move the site of microRNA maturation away from the cytoplasm out to the dendrites.... Read More...