FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 23, 2016·4 min readLoss of Y Chromosome Could Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s DiseaseAccording to researchers, men with the highest fraction of blood cells without the Y chromosome were more likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 23, 2016·4 min readUntangling Disease Related Protein MisfoldingResearchers report how a key protein in the blood coagulation pathway folds to a higher energy state.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 22, 2016·5 min readKey Mutations May Worsen Hearing Loss From Chemotherapy DrugA new study reports the chemotherapy drug cisplatin can kill sensory cells in the inner ear and cause permanent hearing loss.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 20, 2016·3 min readIdentifying the First Steps in Muscle RegenerationA new study reports researchers have found evidence as to how muscles may be triggered to regenerate when damaged.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 20, 2016·4 min readEnzyme Pair Play Crucial Role in Maintaining Balance of Cellular ProcessesFindings could help researchers better understand how certain neurodegenerative diseases may arise.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 17, 2016·4 min readGenetic Switch Turned on During Fasting Helps Stop InflammationResearchers report a molecular pathway that activates during fasting could help halt the spread of intestinal bacteria into the bloodstream.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 16, 2016·5 min readResearchers Genetically Engineer Zika Virus Infectious cDNA CloneResearchers have genetically engineered a clone of the Zika virus strain. They believe the development could expedite research of the disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 15, 2016·3 min readFather’s Age and Lifestyle Associated With Birth Defects, Review ReportsA new review reports on associations between birth defects in offspring and its father's age, alcohol use and other environmental factors.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 15, 2016·4 min readClarifying the Role of CHOP/GADD153 in Cell DeathA new study that investigates the molecular mechanism of CHOP dependent apoptosis has important implications in Alzheimer's and other diseases.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 13, 2016·4 min readPrenatal Stress Could Enhance Protective Mechanisms of BabiesResearchers report the oxytocin receptor gene is activated more easily in infants of mothers who faced maternal stress and depression.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsPsychology·May 12, 2016·5 min readDepression is Driven by Network of Genes That Spans Brain CircuitsAccording to a new study, susceptibility to depression can be affected by tweaking specific gene networks.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 12, 2016·3 min readStudy of Glioma Susceptibility in Dogs May Yield Insights for HumansA new study study of the genetic factors underlying glioma formation in dogs reveals three genes associated with the cancer. The findings may prove helpful in diagnosis and developing new treatments for humans.Read More