Neurobiology
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Neurons are genetically programmed to have long lives
When our neurons, the principal cells of the brain die, so do we. Most neurons are created during embryonic development.
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Scientists identify the brain circuit responsible for alcohol cravings
Scientists at Scripps Research have found that they can reverse the desire to drink in alcohol-dependent rats–with the flip of a switch. The researchers were able to use lasers to temporarily inactivate a specific neuronal population, reversing alcohol-seeking behavior and even reducing the physical symptoms of withdrawal. “This discovery is exciting–it means we have another piece of the puzzle to…
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Researchers Discover Bees Can Do Basic Arithmetic
Researchers have found bees can do basic mathematics, in a discovery that expands our understanding of the brain size and brain power.
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Scientists create new system to study effects of drugs and disease on brain
A "just right" model of BBB and brain interface which can help in studying influence of drug and disease on brain's metabolic function.
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New Approach of Using Gene therapy for Healing Brain Injury
In a new study done by UT Southwestern's O'Donnell Brain Institute, the scientist finds a genetic trigger that may improve the brain's ability to heal from a range of debilitating conditions.
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Helpful B cells Assisting Neurons in Their Development
A new study led by researchers at Osaka University has added an surprising information about neuron development presenting that immune cells may play a key role in helping myelin to form around the newly minted neuron. This study was published in Nature Neuroscience. Neurons are basic unit of the nervous system which are the specialized cells that communicate using electrical signals. Every…
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Finding of Guilty Party in Parkinson’s Brain Cell Die-Off
A new study led by Corinne Lasmézas, DVM, Ph.D., a professor on the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute (TSRI), discovered a connection between neuronal death and Lewy bodies which they believe is a key to treating Parkinson's.
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Vulnerabitiy For Viral Brain Infection In Some People Explained
A new Study led by Jean-Laurent Casanova from Rockefeller University has found the mutation in a single gene which leads to many wrong cases of encephalitis of the brain stem.
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A Need of Palliative Care For Stroke Patients
A new study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) concluded that patient suffering from the stroke should be given caring focused not only on physical rehabilitation but also on the social and emotional issues faced by them.
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Can Anxiety Predict The Appearance of Alzheimer Disease
A new study published in American Journal of Psychiatry discovered that elevated amyloid beta level and worsening of anxiety symptoms are closely associated.
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