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Brain changes in autism traced to specific cell types

Neuroscience NewsMay 16, 2019

Studying brain tissue samples from people with ASD revealed a common set of alterations in genes associated with synaptic communication between neurons. The changes were identified mainly in neurons in the uppermost layers of the neocortex. ... Read More...

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How mutations lead to neurodegenerative disease

Neuroscience NewsMay 13, 2019

Genetic mutations which lead to abnormal RNA in regions of repeat DNA sequences set off anti-viral like inflammatory responses. This leads to apoptosis and ultimately trigger the onset of neurodegenerative diseases. ... Read More...

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A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain

Neuroscience NewsMay 1, 2019

Axon myelination is significantly disrupted in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also found brain cells of men and women vary significantly in how their genes respond to the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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New technique may improve detection and treatment of advanced brain cancer

Neuroscience NewsApril 30, 2019

Researchers discovered changes in thousands of genes induced by the tumor microenvironment. The study may help in identifying new biomarkers for the early detection, and subsequent treatment, of brain cancers.... Read More...

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Unlocking the female bias in lupus

Neuroscience NewsApril 5, 2019

Disruptions in maintaining X chromosome inactivation of T cells may explain why women are more prone to developing SLE than males.... Read More...

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Woman with novel gene mutation lives almost pain-free

Neuroscience NewsMarch 29, 2019

A rare genetic mutation has been associated with pain insensitivity. The findings could further research into new treatments to target pain.... Read More...

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Researchers Create Organoid of a Brain Region to Study Cognitive Disorders

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 22, 2019

Researchers have created an organoid of the thalamus, which they have fused with an organoid of the frontal cortex in order to study ASD, depression and other neuropsychiatric conditions.... Read More...

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Genetic Mechanism Involved in How Females Inherit Traits Identified

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 20, 2019

Researchers have identified a specific mechanism involved in how females inherit traits. The findings could help reduce susceptibility to Fragile X and Rett syndrome, the researchers report.... Read More...

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Researchers Create New Map of Brain’s Immune System

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 19, 2019

Researchers have successfully created a new map of the brain's immune system in both mice and humans. The findings suggest microglia all have the same core signatures, but can act differently, depending on their function. The map also details how the brain's immune system changes as multiple sclerosis progresses.... Read More...

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Newly Isolated Human Gut Bacterium Reveals Possible Link to Depression

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 13, 2019

Researchers have identified and isolated a gut bacterium which appears to have a significant link to depression. ... Read More...

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Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2019

A new study reports teenage binge drinking can result in lasting epigenetic changes that alter the expression of BDNF-AS, a protein vital for the formation of neural connection in the amygdala.... Read More...

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Critical New Clues About What Goes Awry in the Brains of Those with ASD

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 30, 2019

Researchers report alterations in RNA editing play a vital role in autism spectrum disorder.... Read More...

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Brain changes in autism traced to specific cell types

How mutations lead to neurodegenerative disease

A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain

New technique may improve detection and treatment of advanced brain cancer

Unlocking the female bias in lupus

Woman with novel gene mutation lives almost pain-free

Researchers Create Organoid of a Brain Region to Study Cognitive Disorders

Genetic Mechanism Involved in How Females Inherit Traits Identified

Researchers Create New Map of Brain’s Immune System

Newly Isolated Human Gut Bacterium Reveals Possible Link to Depression

Heavy Drinking in Teens Causes Lasting Changes in Emotional Center of Brain

Critical New Clues About What Goes Awry in the Brains of Those with ASD