FeaturedGeneticsNeurosciencePsychology·April 7, 2023·6 min readNew Genetic Finding Provides Clue for Personalizing Depression TreatmentThe NPAS4 gene may play a critical role in linking long-term stress to depression and depressive behaviors. The findings may lead to new, targeted treatments for depression as a result of chronic stress.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 8, 2018·5 min readThe Molecular Mechanisms Behind Memory FormationResearchers have identified a cellular pathway that encodes memories by strengthening specific neurons.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·June 4, 2015·5 min readDNA Breakage Underlies Learning and Age Related NeurodegenerationAccording to a new study, the process which allows our brains to learn and generate memories can also lead to brain degeneration as we age.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·September 18, 2013·5 min readHow Old Memories Fade AwayResearchers discover a gene essential for memory extinction. The finding could lead to new treatments for PTSD.Read More
