High-resolution study maps molecular differences across six human cortical regions
A new analysis of individual brain cells across several human brain regions reveals subtle but widespread differences in…
How the immune system may influence Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and related diseases
A sweeping review shows how the brain’s immune defenses can both fight and fuel neurodegeneration, revealing why timing,…
Study identifies a common hidden genetic cause of neurodevelopmental disorder in children
A major genetic study has uncovered a surprisingly common recessive cause of neurodevelopmental disorder, revealing how hidden changes…
How could bisphenol A raise depression risk? Study identifies six key molecular targets
Researchers combined genetic epidemiology, transcriptomics, molecular docking, and mouse experiments to show how a common endocrine-disrupting chemical may…
Alcohol impacts gene expression differently across brain regions
Erica Periandri and Gabor Egervari, from Washington University in St. Louis, led a study to explore how alcohol exposure in male mice influences gene expression…
Scientists identify common molecular program across multiple brain tumor types
Research uncovering the origin of pineoblastoma, a rare pediatric brain tumor, has also revealed a dependency across multiple…
New HIV-seq tool advances understanding of persistent viral reservoirs
For people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), life-saving antiretroviral therapy keeps their HIV-infected immune cells from making…
Scientists put forward a new theory of brain development
Your brain begins as a single cell. When all is said and done, it will house an incredibly…
New Tech Tracks Living Brain Activity Noninvasively
Summary: Unlocking the secrets of the living brain often requires invasive surgery or expensive, static imaging. However, a…
A multi-dimensional framework for establishing and managing a genomic newborn screening program
The above-described methodology resulted in a multi-dimensional framework for a gNBS program consisting of 18 screening criteria (Table 1)…
Study maps how NF-κB regulates gene expression in cells
To further the quantitative understanding of cellular decision making, Dr. Gregory Reeves and his team in the chemical engineering department…
NIH’s continued investment fuels TMJ pain research
Chronic pain is one of the most common health conditions worldwide. Back pain is the most frequently reported…