Long, Spindly Axons Help Optimize Signaling Efficiency
Study could revolutionize understanding of how signal flow can be measured in the brain and could have an impact into the development of new artificial neural networks.... Read More...
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Myelin Boosts Neuron Growth in Spinal Cord Injuries
A new study challenges conventional belief that myelin can inhibit neuronal growth. Researchers report rat myelin stimulated axon outgrowths in neural precursor cells, and human iPSCs.... Read More...
Researchers Operate Lab Grown Heart Cells By Remote Control
Researchers have developed a new technique that combines graphene based biointerfaces with light to control the behavior of lab grown heart cells.... Read More...
Gene that Helps Prevent Brain Disease Identified
Researchers report the ANKRD16 can prevent protein aggregates associated with neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
Link Between Huntington’s Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis Discovered
Researchers have identified a genetic overlap between rheumatoid arthritis and Huntington's disease. The findings could open the door to developing new therapeutic targets and medications to combat both conditions.... Read More...
Study to Explore Whether Cannabis Compound Eases Severe Autism Symptoms
A new study aims to determine if the cannabis compound CBD can help to alleviate adverse symptoms associated with ASD.... Read More...
Transparent Eel-Like Soft Robot Can Swim Silently Underwater
Roboticists have developed an eel-like robot that uses artificial muscles to help propel itself through water.... Read More...
Brain Activity Linked to Stress Alters Chemical Codes
A new study identifies the mechanisms behind neurotransmitters involved in circadian changes. The study has implications for chemical imbalances in the brain that can lead to mental health problems.... Read More...
Mother’s Depression May Negatively Impact Child’s IQ
A new study reveals maternal depression can have a negative effect on her child's cognitive development. Researchers found children whose mothers were depressed scored lower on verbal IQ tests at the age of 5 than their peers whose mothers did not suffer from depression.... Read More...
Major Midlife Adverse Events Accelerates Male Brain Aging
A new neuroimaging study reveals middle aged men who experience negative fateful life events, such as the death of a loved one or divorce, show signs of accelerated brain aging.... Read More...
New Algorithm Can Pinpoint Mutations Favored by Natural Selection in Large Sections of the Human Genome
A new machine learning algorithm is able to accurately pinpoint mutations in the human genome favored by natural selection.... Read More...
How Your Brain Remembers What You Had For Dinner Last Night
A small set of hippocampal neurons activate for each episodic memory, a new PNAS study reports.... Read More...