Using an anti-smoking drug to control neurons
Study outlines a new ion channel based platform for cell activation which is controlled by low doses of the common anti-smoking drug, varenicline. ... Read More...
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Serotonin Can Directly Regulate Gene Expression Inside Brain Cells
Serotonin can chemically attach to histone proteins in the cell nucleus to help regulate gene expression. The findings may provide a better understanding of an array of psychological disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
New Cell Subtypes Classified in Mouse Brain
A new process for classifying neurons in the brains of mice has been outlined by researchers from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. The platform pairs microscopy with genetic labeling at single neuron resolution, allowing researchers to reconstruct the brain, by providing information on every neuronal type's location.... Read More...
High Speed 3D Microscope Captures Stunning Videos of Fruit Fly Nerve Cells in Action
Columbia team harnesses powerful technology to uncover never-before-seen details of the nervous system, demonstrating SCAPE's broad potential to decipher the brain.... Read More...
‘Silent Type’ Cells Play Greater Role in Brain Behavior Than Previously Thought
A new study challenges the assumption of many scientists, that the most active neurons involved in complex activity are also the most important in controlling behavior.... Read More...
Manipulating Gene Expression in Neurons with CRISPR
By optimizing neurons with CRISPR gene editing technology, researchers will have new ways to study genetic influences on brain health and disease, a new study reports. ... Read More...
Mapping Brain Circuits in Newborns May Aid Early Detection of Autism
Researchers used non invasive MRI brain scans to map the brains of newborns. The study reveals the brain architecture that emerges as the brain reshapes during the third trimester of pregnancy. The map can be used to detect atypical connections in the brain that serve as biomarkers for ASD.... Read More...
Depression Reversed by Activating Gene That Helps Excite Neurons: Male Mouse Study
Researchers report activating the SIRT1 gene in male mice helped to reverse symptoms of depression, such as social isolation and loss of interest. The study suggests drugs that activate SIRT1 may be an effective therapy for some with major depression.... Read More...
Brain Discovery Explains A Great Mystery of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Researchers may have solved one of the great mysteries of neuroscience; namely, why neurons in the temporal lobe are the first to die in Alzheimer's disease, and why dopaminergic neurons are damaged first in Parkinson's. ... Read More...
Simple Drug Combination Creates New Neurons from Neighboring Cells
Researchers have identified a small set of molecules that can convert glial cells into new neurons. The finding could help develop new treatments for Alzheimer's disease and brain injuries.... Read More...
This Is a Neuron on Nicotine
Researchers have developed a protein sensor which allows for the observation of nicotine's movement in cells. ... Read More...
Researchers Generate and Track Development of Myelin Producing Brain Cells
Researchers have successfully created stem cell derived brain cells which can generate oligodendrocytes, neurons and astrocytes. ... Read More...