FeaturedNeuroscience·August 4, 2017·2 min readMuscle, Not Brain, May Hold Answers to Some Sleep DisordersA new study reveals mice with higher levels of BMAL1 in their muscles were able to recover from sleep deprivation more quickly than those with the protein removed.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·July 28, 2017·5 min readCracking a Smile: Describing Three Smile Types by Muscle MovementResearchers describe the different facial muscle combinations that help make three types of smiles.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 5, 2017·4 min readYour Muscles Can ‘Taste’ SugarResearchers have discovered a mechanism of glucose sensing by muscles that contribute to the regulation of blood sugar levels in the body.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 28, 2017·3 min readHow Embryonic Cells Make Spinal Cord, Muscle and BoneStudy could help pave the way for new research for neurodegenerative conditions such as motor neuron disease and muscular dystrophy.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·November 29, 2016·3 min readHuntington’s Disease Affects Muscles As Well As NeuronsResearchers report Huntington's disease is not only a neurodegenerative disease, it is also a disease that affects muscle tissues.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 8, 2016·4 min readWhy is Usain Bolt the Fastest Person on Earth?With the help of a new microscope, researchers watch muscles at work.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 4, 2016·5 min readActuators Inspired by MuscleResearchers have developed new actuators based on bicep muscles which could pave the way for entirely soft bodied robots.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 20, 2016·3 min readIdentifying the First Steps in Muscle RegenerationA new study reports researchers have found evidence as to how muscles may be triggered to regenerate when damaged.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 18, 2015·5 min readDifferent Types of Athletic Training Affect How the Brain Communicates with MusclesA new study shows the communication between the brain and quadriceps of people who participate in endurance training is different to that of people who frequently take part in resistance training.Read More
