Oregon State University Research Articles

Copper compound shows further potential as therapy for slowing ALS

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2019

Treatment with copper-ATSM helped mouse models retain behavioral performance and prevented extensive motor neuron degeneration and microglial activation associated with ALS. ... Read More...

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Researchers discover genetic mutation behind serious skull disorder

Neuroscience NewsJuly 1, 2019

A mutation in the BCL11B gene appears to be responsible for a rare skull development disorder called craniosynostosis.... Read More...

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Gut bacteria’s connections to human health and disease

Neuroscience NewsMay 31, 2019

Study goes beyond evaluating the organisms in the microbiome, looking at the functions different bacteria may be performing.... Read More...

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Human Encouragement Might Influence How Dogs Solve Problems

Neuroscience NewsJune 7, 2018

According to researchers, the behavior of the owner may influence dogs during problem solving tasks.... Read More...

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When it Comes to Recess, a Quality Playground Experience Matters

Neuroscience NewsJune 5, 2018

A new study reveals the quality of the playground experience during recess can have significant impact on a child's emotional well being, behavior and cognition. ... Read More...

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Schizophrenics’ Blood Has More Genetic Material From Microbes

Neuroscience NewsMay 22, 2018

A new study reports blood samples taken from those with Schizophrenia contain genetic material from more types of microbes than people without the condition. Additionally, the blood samples contained less CD8+ memory T cells. ... Read More...

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New Insights into Autism Spectrum Disorder

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2018

Researchers report exposure to a compound used to treat seizures and migraine can cause characteristics associated with autism.... Read More...

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A Genetic Influence on Aging Into the 90s, But Not Beyond

Neuroscience NewsJuly 18, 2017

A new study challenges previous research into the role of the FOXO3 gene in super-aging. Researchers found the gene did, to a degree, play a role in longevity, but did not affect living to ages 96+ in men or 100+ in women.... Read More...

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New Function Discovered For Compound That May Help Slow Aging

Neuroscience NewsApril 5, 2017

Researchers discover a new mechanism of action for rapamycin that could help prevent neurological damage associated with neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Precise Nerve Stimulation Via Electrode Implants Offers New Hope for Paralysis Patients

Neuroscience NewsNovember 22, 2016

A tiny array of implanted electrodes may help people with spinal cord injuries to regain use of their paralyzed limbs, a new study reveals.... Read More...

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Gut microbes may affect the course of ALS

Anticonvulsant mechanism of cilantro uncovered

Exosomes may hold the answer to treating and diagnosing developmental brain disorders

Neuroscience

Gut microbes may affect the course of ALS

Anticonvulsant mechanism of cilantro uncovered

Exosomes may hold the answer to treating and diagnosing developmental brain disorders

Neurology

Gut microbes may affect the course of ALS

Anticonvulsant mechanism of cilantro uncovered

Exosomes may hold the answer to treating and diagnosing developmental brain disorders

AI

Electronic chip mimics the brain to make memories in a flash

Deep learning algorithm solves Rubik’s Cube faster than any human

Neuroscience and artificial intelligence can help improve each other

Robotics

3D printed prosthetic hand can guess how you play Rock, Paper, Scissors

Brain cells for 3D vision discovered

Psychology

When you spot 1 driving hazard, you may be missing another

Canned laughter works and makes ‘dad jokes’ funny

Oregon State University

Copper compound shows further potential as therapy for slowing ALS

Researchers discover genetic mutation behind serious skull disorder

Gut bacteria’s connections to human health and disease

Schizophrenics’ Blood Has More Genetic Material From Microbes

New Insights into Autism Spectrum Disorder

A Genetic Influence on Aging Into the 90s, But Not Beyond

New Function Discovered For Compound That May Help Slow Aging

Precise Nerve Stimulation Via Electrode Implants Offers New Hope for Paralysis Patients