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Scientists identify novel protein pathway across cancer types that fuels tumor progression

Scientists at The Wistar Institute have identified a novel protein pathway across several types of cancer that controls how tumor cells acquire the energy necessary for movement, invasion and metastasis.

19 Dec 2016

Researchers use worms as model system to study how gut microbiome influences disease

The billions of microorganisms living within the human digestive tract appear to play a significant role in health and disease, notably metabolic syndrome, autoimmune disorders and diabetes - but how these organisms do so is not well understood.

17 Dec 2016

Penn researchers pinpoint some effective HIV drugs in causing neuronal damage

Antiretroviral drugs have been life-changing therapies for HIV patients, but they can have significant side effects.

16 Dec 2016

Researchers to develop innovative hybrid technology for quicker diagnosis, treatment of strokes

FAU has demonstrated its strength in research once again: the University is conducting a new research project together with Siemens Healthcare GmbH, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen and other European partners in which researchers will develop an innovative hybrid device that combines different medical imaging technologies and will help stroke patients in particular to receive quicker diagnosis and treatment.

16 Dec 2016

Study provides new insight into brain circuitry that regulates water and food intake

Using leading-edge technology, neuroscientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center gained new insight into the brain circuitry that regulates water and food intake.

16 Dec 2016

Study improves molecular understanding of the brain in people with epilepsy

Neural stem cells have been found in epileptic brain tissue—outside the regions of the brain where they normally reside. In a group of patients who underwent surgery for epilepsy, over half had stem cells where healthy individuals do not have them, according to a study from Sahlgrenska Academy.

15 Dec 2016

Researchers pinpoint mechanism underlying astrocyte-mediated recovery of brain tissue after injury

A Kobe University research team has pinpointed the mechanism underlying astrocyte-mediated restoration of brain tissue after an injury. This could lead to new treatments that encourage regeneration by limiting damage to neurons incurred by reduced blood supply or trauma.

15 Dec 2016

Karolinska Institutet researchers find solutions for nerve stimulation

Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have developed a method for producing flexible plastic electrodes capable of releasing the neurotransmitter acetylcholine upon an electrical trigger.

14 Dec 2016

MGH researchers develop magnetic coils for selective and reliable neural stimulation

Massachusetts General Hospital researchers have developed what appears to be a significant improvement in the technology behind brain implants used to activate neural circuits responsible for vision, hearing or movement.

9 Dec 2016

Moderate exercise may help treat memory impairment in patients with type 2 diabetes

University of Tsukuba-led researchers show that moderate exercise may improve hippocampal memory dysfunction caused by type 2 diabetes and that enhanced transport of lactate to neurons may be the underlying mechanism

9 Dec 2016

Scientists discover incident commander in the brain that defends against invading virus

Imagine seeing a building on fire. You grab the phone and call the fire service. What happens next can be compared to the discovery made by researchers from Aarhus University.

8 Dec 2016

New approach uses silicon-based photonic probe to deliver light deep within brain tissues

The ability to stimulate neural circuits with very high precision light to control cells -- optogenetics -- is key to exciting advances in the study and mapping of the living brain.

8 Dec 2016

New stem cell research project to replicate brain's neural networks using 3D nanoprinting

Aston University has launched MESO-BRAIN, a major stem cell research project which it hopes will develop three-dimensional (3D) nanoprinting techniques that can be used to replicate the brain's neural networks.

8 Dec 2016

Leti researchers show memristive devices can emulate short- and long-term synaptic plasticity

Leti researchers have demonstrated that memristive devices are excellent candidates to emulate synaptic plasticity, the capability of synapses to enhance or diminish their connectivity between neurons, which is widely believed to be the cellular basis for learning and memory.

8 Dec 2016

Neurons generated at different life stages can impact olfactory behavior in mice, research shows

New research from North Carolina State University shows that neurons generated at different life stages in mice can impact aspects of their olfactory sense and behavior.

8 Dec 2016

Study shows how speed information reaches the brain's navigation center

Similar neural pathways exist in humans. They are known to be damaged by Alzheimer's disease - a possible explanation why spatial orientation is frequently impaired in this form of dementia.

6 Dec 2016

Rhythm of breathing influences emotional judgments and memory recall

Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered for the first time that the rhythm of breathing creates electrical activity in the human brain that enhances emotional judgments and memory recall.

6 Dec 2016

Research provides new insights into how the brain protects consolidation of new memories

Throughout our waking lives we are exposed to a continuous stream of stimuli and experiences. Some of these experiences trigger the strengthening of connections between neurons in the brain, and begin the process of forming memories.

6 Dec 2016

Researchers develop new microfluidic device to study brain inflammation

The blood-brain barrier is a network of specialized cells that surrounds the arteries and veins within the brain. It forms a unique gateway that both provides brain cells with the nutrients they require and protects them from potentially harmful compounds.

6 Dec 2016

Brains of people with autism share similar pattern of abnormal gene activity, UCLA study shows

Autism spectrum disorder is caused by a variety of factors, both genetic and environmental.

5 Dec 2016

Neurons News and Research

Scientists identify novel protein pathway across cancer types that fuels tumor progression

Researchers use worms as model system to study how gut microbiome influences disease

Penn researchers pinpoint some effective HIV drugs in causing neuronal damage

Researchers to develop innovative hybrid technology for quicker diagnosis, treatment of strokes

Study provides new insight into brain circuitry that regulates water and food intake

Study improves molecular understanding of the brain in people with epilepsy

Researchers pinpoint mechanism underlying astrocyte-mediated recovery of brain tissue after injury

Karolinska Institutet researchers find solutions for nerve stimulation

MGH researchers develop magnetic coils for selective and reliable neural stimulation

Moderate exercise may help treat memory impairment in patients with type 2 diabetes

Scientists discover incident commander in the brain that defends against invading virus

New approach uses silicon-based photonic probe to deliver light deep within brain tissues

New stem cell research project to replicate brain's neural networks using 3D nanoprinting

Leti researchers show memristive devices can emulate short- and long-term synaptic plasticity

Neurons generated at different life stages can impact olfactory behavior in mice, research shows

Study shows how speed information reaches the brain's navigation center

Rhythm of breathing influences emotional judgments and memory recall

Research provides new insights into how the brain protects consolidation of new memories

Researchers develop new microfluidic device to study brain inflammation

Brains of people with autism share similar pattern of abnormal gene activity, UCLA study shows

Human iPSCs: A Full Guide to Advanced in Vitro Models and Applications eBook

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