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·June 17, 2020

Study sheds light on a classic visual illusion

A new study sheds light on why we get tricked by a classic optical illusion. Researchers found brightness estimations occur before visual information reaches the visual cortex, probably originating in the retina. Read More

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·May 20, 2020

Scientists find a new way to reverse symptoms of Fragile X

A new mouse study reveals a drug compound is effective at treating and potentially reversing symptoms of Fragile x syndrome. Read More

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·May 18, 2020

Aging neurons accumulate DNA damage

Restoring HDAC1 could have potential benefits for those suffering from Alzheimer's disease and people with age-related cognitive decline. Read More

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·April 29, 2020

How could Covid-19 and the body’s immune response affect the brain?

Mounting evidence suggests coronavirus affects the brain, in addition to the lungs. Researchers are examining the threat COVID-19 posses to long term brain health. They speculate maternal inflammation could lead to an increased risk of autism-like behaviors and neurodevelopment deficits in children born to mothers diagnosed with coronavirus. Other studies are exploring how the virus may spread in the nervous system via synaptic transmission. Read More

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·April 22, 2020

Cells in lungs, nasal passage, and intestines more susceptible to COVID-19 infection

Researchers have identified specific cell types that appear to be the main targets of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Using existing data on the RNA found in different types of cells, researchers were able to identify cells that expressed ACE2 and TMPRSS2, two proteins that assist coronavirus to enter human cells. Cells in the lungs, nasal passage and intestines appear to be the main targets for SARS-CoV-2. Read More

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·April 17, 2020

AI predicts when coronavirus infections will slow in each country

A new machine learning model uses data from the COVID-19 pandemic in conjunction with a neural network and can determine the efficacy of social distancing measures and better predict viral spread. With current quarantine measures in place, the AI model predicts a plateau in coronavirus infections between April 15-20. Read More

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·April 16, 2020

Proteins may halt the severe cytokine storms seen in COVID-19 patients

Researchers have designed antibody-like receptor proteins that can bind to cytokines, possibly reducing the effects of the COVID-19 associated cytokine storm. Read More

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·April 11, 2020

Researchers achieve remote control of hormone release

Using magnetic nanoparticles, researchers were able to stimulate the adrenal glands of rodents and control the release of stress-related hormones. The approach could be applied to humans to treat hormone-related disorders. Read More

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·April 6, 2020

Memory cells that help us interpret new situations identified

Hippocampal neurons that store abstract memories of prior experiences activate when new, but similar events take place. Read More

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·April 1, 2020

How dopamine drives brain activity

Neuroimaging reveals how dopamine released from the striatum influences brain activity in the motor cortex and insular. Read More

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·March 30, 2020

Engineers 3D print soft, rubbery brain implants

MIT researchers have developed a soft, flexible, 3D printed neural implants that can conform to the contours of the brain. The implant can monitor neural activity over long periods of time, without aggravating surrounding tissue. Read More

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·March 27, 2020

An experimental peptide could block Covid-19

MIT researchers have identified a protein fragment that may inhibit COVID-19's ability to enter human lung cells. The new peptide can bind to the viral protein and potentially disarm it. Read More

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