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·April 8, 2016·4 min read

Set of Genes Linked to Stroke and Dementia Identified

Researchers believe they have identified a new set of genes that could be responsible for stroke and dementia.

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Autism Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·April 7, 2016·5 min read

Detailed Analysis of Autism Associated Genes Finds Involvement in Key Pathways and Processes

Researchers have identified key underlying biological processes that involve some of the hundreds of genes known to contribute to the risk of autism spectrum disorders.

Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·April 7, 2016·4 min read

Safer Stem Cell Derived Therapy for Brain Radiation Recovery

Researchers report microvesicle injections can restore cognition following radiation treatments without adverse side effects.

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·April 5, 2016·2 min read

Nothing to Sneeze At: Receptor That Puts The Breaks on Allergic Response Identified

Researchers have identified a receptor protein that regulates immune response intensity in response to allergens.

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Featured Genetics Neurology

·April 5, 2016·4 min read

Research Holds Promise for Alzheimer’s Diagnostic Blood Test

Researchers report blood microRNA levels could reflect brain changes.

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Featured Genetics

·April 5, 2016·5 min read

Gene Linked to Down Syndrome Associated With Altered Oscillations in Cerebral Cortex

Researchers have identified alterations in neural circuitry that impact cerebral cortex pathology. These alterations could be key to cognitive deficits in Down syndrome.

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·April 4, 2016·4 min read

New Syndrome That Causes Intellectual Disability Identified

Researchers have identified a new syndrome that appears to cause intellectual disabilities.

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Featured Genetics Neurology

·March 30, 2016·5 min read

Molecular Cause of a Common Cerebrovascular Disease Discovered

Researchers have identified the molecular mechanism behind cerebral cavernous malformations.

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Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·March 29, 2016·4 min read

Nurture Can Override Nature When it Comes to Depression

According to researchers, putting genetically depressed rats in engaging environments can make them happier.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·March 28, 2016·3 min read

Stem Cells Help Regenerate Lost Tissue Following Corticospinal Injury

A new study reports researchers have successfully directed stem cell derived neurons to regenerate lost tissue following corticospinal injury in rats.