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This shows neurons created from an ALS patient.

·August 26, 2015·6 min read

RNA Blocked Pathways May Initiate ALS and Dementia

According to new research, the C9orf72 mutation causes long strands of RNA to block specific pathways which usually move proteins into a cell's nucleus.

This image shows stem cell colonies starting to transform into neurons under optical control.

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·August 26, 2015·5 min read

Controlling Embryonic Stem Cell Differentiation with Optogenetics

According to a new study, using an optogenetic technique, researchers have been able to control embryonic stem cell differentiation, enabling them to be transformed into neurons.

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·August 25, 2015·3 min read

Inheriting Trauma: Holocaust Survivors Pass Trauma to Their Children’s Genes

A new study reports preconception trauma can result in the transmission of epigenetic changes from the parent to children.

The diagram shows miRNA's action with mRNA.

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·August 24, 2015·5 min read

Reprogramming Cancer Cells Back to Normal Cells

Researchers have discovered a new way to potentially reprogram cancer cells and revert them back to a non-cancerous state.

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·August 22, 2015·4 min read

Single Molecular Event Holds Key to How We Evolved to Become the Smartest Animals

Researchers have uncovered how a change in the PTBP1 protein can spur the creation of neurons. They propose this change could have fuelled the evolution of the human brain.

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·August 21, 2015·5 min read

Break in Working Relationship Between Two Trash Clearing Proteins May Result in Parkinson’s Disease

According to a new study, when two debris clearing proteins don't work together as they should, Parkinson's disease can occur.

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·August 20, 2015·4 min read

Structure of Tumor Suppressing Protein Identified

Researchers have established the structure of the tumor suppressing PTEN protein.

This image shows GFP-expressing Purkinje cells.

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·August 20, 2015·4 min read

Joining Molecular Components Expands Ability to Manipulate Genes in Specific Cell Types

Researchers combine molecular components to manipulate genes in specific cell types.

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·August 18, 2015·4 min read

Molecular Feedback Process May Protect the Brain Against Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers have identified a new pathway that can dampen the production of amyloid beta.

This image shows an outline of a head with a DNA double helix in it.

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·August 14, 2015·4 min read

New Hope of Better Treatments For Alzheimer’s Disease Thanks to ‘Brainy’ Mice

A new study reports that in behavioral tests, PDE4B inhibited mice showed enhanced cognitive abilities. The findings could help researchers develop new treatments for cognitive disorders.