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·January 7, 2019·5 min read

PAC1R Mutation May Be Linked to Severity of Social Deficits in ASD

Researchers report a mutation of PAC1R may be linked to the severity of social deficits experienced by those on the autism spectrum. The findings could serve as a biomarker to guide interventions and predict better outcomes for children with ASD.

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·January 7, 2019·3 min read

Anxiety and Depressive Disorders Alter Brain Gene Activity

Researchers depression and anxiety alters energy metabolism in the brain.

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·January 7, 2019·10 min read

The Mysteries of the Super-Ager Revealed

Scientific research is helping to unlock the secrets behind why some people live to become super-agers. Researchers propose ways in which we can slow the aging process and extend our life spans.

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·January 3, 2019·3 min read

Shedding Light on the Evolution of Metabolism

Researchers report the ability to use sugar as food varies strongly between closely related species. The study identifies a genetic basis for this variation and could shed light on how human populations with different dietary histories may respond differently to modern, sugar rich diets.

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·January 3, 2019·4 min read

Living a Stronger and Longer Life

Researchers have identified a molecule that causes the decline of motor function and increased frailty in nematodes. Targeting the molecule with paxilline helps improve motor function and longevity.

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·January 3, 2019·4 min read

Obese Mice Lose Anxiety When ‘Zombie Cells’ Exit the Brain

According to researchers, obese mice have increased levels of senescent cells in their brains, and these cells contribute to anxiety. Using senolytics to clear the cells helps to reduce anxiety related behaviors.

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·January 2, 2019·7 min read

Sex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer

A new study reveals distinct molecular differences in signatures of glioblastoma brain cancer between men and women. Researchers report current treatments for the brain cancer are more effective in women than in men. The findings could help to tailor treatments aimed at the different sexes and improve survival.

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·January 2, 2019·4 min read

Genes That Drive Male-Female Brain Differences and Timing of Puberty

A new study reveals a group of genes that induces differences in brain development of males and females, and triggers the initiation of sexual maturation.

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·December 19, 2018·5 min read

Possible Biomarker for Multiple Sclerosis Identified

Acrolein, a molecule implicated as a metabolic waste product, could be a potential biomarker for multiple sclerosis, researchers report.

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·December 19, 2018·5 min read

Cannabis Exposure Alters Genetic Profile of Sperm

THC exposure targets genes in two major cellular pathways and alters DNA methylation, a new study reports. Researchers say that wile cannabis triggers structural and regulatory changes in the DNA of users' sperm, they do not know yet whether the changes are passed down to the offspring and what effects that could have.