Can Researchers Leverage Mysterious Mossy Cells for Brain Disease Treatments?
A new study reports mossy cells in the dentate gyrus help control neurogenesis and may play a role in common brain disorders.... Read More...
Genetics
Genetics articles related to neuroscience research will be listed here.
System that Could Reduce Neurodegeneration in Huntington’s Discovered
Researchers have identified a mechanism that may reduce the toxic aggregation of the huntingtin protein. The findings could lead to new treatment options for Huntington's patients.... Read More...
More Than 1,200 Genes Associated with Educational Attainment Identified
Researchers have identified over 1,200 genes associated with educational attainment. ... Read More...
Maged1 Gene Protects Against Cocaine Addiction
A new study reports mice lacking the Maged1 gene are unable to acquire an addiction to cocaine.... Read More...
Big Data Analysis Identifies New Cancer Risk Genes
A newly developed statistical method has allowed researchers to identify 13 cancer predisposition risk genes, 10 of which, the scientists say, are new discoveries.... Read More...
New Gears in Your Sleep Clock
Researchers have identified a dual role for a gene associated with sleep and wakefulness regulation.... Read More...
Synthetic DNA Artificial Neural Network Recognizes Handwriting
Researchers have created an artificial neural network from synthetic DNA that is able to correctly identify handwritten numbers.... Read More...
40 Genes Associated with Aggression Identified
Researchers have identified 40 new genes they believe are related to aggressive behavior in both humans and mice. The findings deepen understanding of the genetic basis of aggressiveness.... Read More...
Gene Linked to Job Related Exhaustion in Shift Workers Increases Alzheimer’s Risk
Researchers report a variation of the MTNR1A gene is linked to an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in older people. The same gene has previously been implicated in reduced tolerance to shift work in the aging population. ... Read More...
Study Raises Doubts on a Previous Theory of Parkinson’s
A new study questions previous assumption about how Parkinson's disease develops and progresses. ... Read More...
Genetic Mechanism Behind Why Males Are More At Risk of Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Researchers report there may be a molecular placental pathway that allows females to be more resilient to maternal stress. ... Read More...
Unraveling Genetic Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s
Researchers say promoting conversion of glucose into brain energy could reduce risk factors and delay disease onset for those who carry Alzheimer's associated genes.... Read More...