Neural Stem Cells Serve as RNA Highways Too
Researchers observe molecules moving along the length of neural stem cells.... Read More...
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What Does It Take to Make a Memory? Study Says New Proteins
A new study identifies a sub region of the brain that works to form a particular kind of memory: fear-associated with a specific environmental cue or “contextual fear memory."... Read More...
The Messenger in Huntington’s Disease
A new study reveals a new molecular mechanism for Huntington's disease.... Read More...
Common Sets of Genes Disrupted in Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder and Major Depression
Examining brain tissue, researchers have identified common gene groups that are disrupted in people with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and major depression.... Read More...
Genetic Causes of Microcephaly Share Common Mechanism
Researchers believe new study may help improve understanding of the genetic causes of microcephaly and other neurodevelopmental disorders.... Read More...
Blood Test Can Help Personalize Depression Treatments
A new blood test can accurately predict whether a person will respond to common antidepressants.... Read More...
Study of Individual Neurons in Flies Reveals Memory Related Changes in Gene Activity
Study identifies new patterns of gene expression that drives long-term memory formation.... Read More...
Controlling RNA in Living Cells
Researchers have developed a new set of proteins that can be customized to bind to RNA sequences.... Read More...
Neuroprotective Protein in Blood Could Be an Alzheimer’s Biomarker
Findings could help physicians screen for, and effectively diagnose Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.... Read More...
An Amazing Axon Adventure
Researchers are using a variety of techniques to better understand how the brain 'wires up'.... Read More...
Why Nerve Cells Die
According to a new study, the location of protein aggregates strongly influences the survival of neurons.... Read More...
Shedding Light on How Genetic Mutations May Lead to Autism
A new study reports on how a genetic mutation could lead to the development of Autism. The findings also point to new drug targets for the disorder.... Read More...