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·March 2, 2026·6 min read

Brain’s Family Tree: A New Theory of Neural Self-Organization

A new theory of brain development suggests that neurons find their place by staying near their relatives, rather than following distant chemical signals.

This shows a pair of eye glasses next to an ashtray, symbolizing the connection between smoking and AMD.

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·February 27, 2026·9 min read

Cigarette Smoke Triggers Epigenetic Age Acceleration in the Eyes

Cigarette smoke doesn't just damage eye cells; it causes epigenetic shifts that "lock" the genes needed to prevent blindness and macular degeneration.

Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·February 25, 2026·7 min read

RNA Cleanup System Maps the Brain

Lost without a map. Scientists identify an RNA "surveillance system" that acts as a GPS for neurons, ensuring they reach the right layers to build a functioning brain.

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·February 25, 2026·10 min read

Overactive MicroRNA Triggers Leaky Brain in Rett Syndrome

It’s not just the neurons. Scientists discover that Rett syndrome causes the brain’s "plumbing" to leak, disrupting the blood-brain barrier and hijacking neural activity.

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·February 24, 2026·8 min read

Boosting Mitochondria to Enhance Long-Term Memory

Overclocking the brain. Scientists discover how to boost mitochondrial energy to turn short-term experiences into long-term memories with just a single session.

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·February 23, 2026·8 min read

Neurons Use RNA “Tentacles” to Survive Starvation

Researchers discover that neurons pair inactive ribosomes using RNA "tentacles" to save energy and survive during periods of starvation or stress.

This shows a spine with wires, like neurons, coming out of it.

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·February 22, 2026·6 min read

New Bio-Implant for Spinal Cord Repair

Muting the "brake" on repair. Scientists develop a 3D-printed spinal implant that uses RNA to trigger nerve regrowth and bridge the gap of paralysis.

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·February 20, 2026·7 min read

Your DNA Might Be the Reason Music and Art Gives You Chills

A study of 15,500 people reveals that genetics account for 30% of why people experience "aesthetic chills" from music and art.

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·February 20, 2026·9 min read

Toxic Exposure Can Trigger Disease for 20 Generations

Your health might be an echo from the past. A new study shows that toxic exposure 500 years ago could be the hidden root of chronic disease today.

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·February 19, 2026·7 min read

Twin Enzymes Rewire Your Brain for Interaction and Memory

Twin enzymes, different worlds. Scientists have discovered that MNK1 and MNK2 act as the brain's specialized switches for memory and social curiosity.

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·February 18, 2026·10 min read

New Human Neuron Networks Decode Developing Brain Rhythms

Researchers have developed a high-speed "neuron-on-a-plate" system that successfully mimics the complex electrical rhythms of the developing human brain.

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·February 18, 2026·9 min read

Social Competition Can Turn Nurturing Dads into Neglectful Ones

Is neglect a molecular choice? Scientists have discovered a brain switch that can turn a "Dad-of-the-Year" into a neglectful parent based on his environment.