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·July 25, 2013·5 min read

Epilepsy in a Dish: Stem Cell Research Reveals Clues to Origins and Possible Treatment

By turning skin cells of patients with Dravet syndrome into neurons, researchers create a miniature testing ground for epilepsy

This is a schematic of the Alzheimer's gene expression.

Featured Genetics

·July 24, 2013·4 min read

Key Molecular Pathways Leading to Alzheimer’s Identified

Researchers have identified key molecular pathways which lead to late-onset Alzheimer's disease. The study presents a new approach to Alzheimer's research and highlights several potential drug targets.

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Featured Genetics

·July 23, 2013·5 min read

Controlling Genes with Light

New technology can rapidly halt or start the expression of genes by shining a light on the cells.

This image shows the sense receptor distribution in mice.

Featured Neuroscience

·July 22, 2013·5 min read

Novel ‘Top-Down’ Mechanism Repatterns Developing Brain Regions

New brain development findings could shed light on some neurological problems, such as ASD.

This is an image of a striatal neuron with activated Dendra2 protein.

Featured Neurology

·July 21, 2013·5 min read

For a Healthy Brain, Don’t Let the Trash Pile Up

A new study indicates that quickly clearing away defective proteins in the brain could help prevent some neurodegenerative disorders.

Featured Neuroscience

·July 19, 2013·4 min read

Haste and Waste on Neuronal Pathways

Researchers were able to measure the speed of neuronal signal conduction along segments of single axons in neuronal cultures by using a high-resolution electrical method.

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Featured Neuroscience

·July 18, 2013·5 min read

Ultrasensitive Calcium Sensors Shine New Light on Neuron Activity

Researchers were able to visualize neuronal activity, thanks to a new protein which fluoresces brightly each time it senses calcium.

Featured Neuroscience

·July 17, 2013·3 min read

Low Doses of Psychedelic Drug Erases Conditioned Fear in Mice

Researchers discover a low dose of psilocybin erased conditioned fear responses in mice. They suggest the agent could be a potential treatment for PTSD and related conditions.