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The human brain is the center of the human nervous system and is a highly complex organ. Enclosed in the cranium, it has the same general structure as the brains of other mammals, but is over three times as large as the brain of a typical mammal with an equivalent body size.

Change in liver clock could affect synchronization of the circadian cycle

Organisms rely on a biological clock known as the 'circadian' clock to regulate their activity according to the time of day.

17 May 2023

Blood sugar may play a key role in dementia risk in stroke survivors

Surviving a stroke can bring many long-term effects – including a much higher risk of dementia. But a study suggests that blood sugar may play a key role in that risk.

17 May 2023

Use of hormonal birth control linked to greater risk of postpartum depression in women

Inability to feel happy, low spirits, fatigue, and loss of appetite. These are common symptoms of postpartum depression.

17 May 2023

New technique may reveal signs of Parkinson's disease in urine samples

A team led by researchers at Purdue University and Purdue spinoff company Tymora Analytical Operations has developed a technique that may reveal signs of Parkinson's disease in urine samples.

17 May 2023

Ticks found to harbor and release prions of chronic wasting disease

Researchers determined whether ticks contain transmission-relevant amounts of chronic wasting disease.

17 May 2023

Tick-Tock on the biological clock: Shift work patterns may disrupt female fertility

Only four weeks of shift work-like patterns in female mice are enough to disrupt their biological clock and reduce fertility, according to research presented at the 25th European Congress of...

16 May 2023

Study unveils ATP as a key player in ovulation, paves the way for novel infertility treatments

Research explores the role of ATP as a potential neurotransmitter in stimulating kisspeptin neurons to induce ovulation in rodents. The findings shed light on the neurobiological mechanisms involved in ovulation and may have implications for understanding and treating ovulation disorders.

16 May 2023

Caffeine connection: Pre-teen caffeine consumption linked to early nicotine use

Research explores the relationship between caffeine use and nicotine onset among early adolescents, shedding light on a potential contributing factor to youth nicotine initiation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the influence of caffeine in preventing early nicotine use.

16 May 2023

New technique could mechanically enhance glymphatic transport in the mouse brain

Like the lymphatic system in the body, the glymphatic system in the brain clears metabolic waste and distributes nutrients and other important compounds.

16 May 2023

Glycosylation enzyme plays a crucial role in brain development, study shows

The MGAT5 glycosylation enzyme plays a crucial role in brain development, according to a study by University of California, Irvine researchers, a discovery that may contribute to new therapeutic purposes for neural stem cells.

16 May 2023

Researchers may have identified a molecular cause for memory changes in early childhood

How do our brains become capable of creating specific memories? In one of the first preclinical studies to examine memory development in youth, a research team at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) may have identified a molecular cause for memory changes in early childhood.

16 May 2023

Grape expectations: Dietary grapes promote subtle shifts in human microbiome with potential health implications

Research investigates the potential health benefits of grape consumption by examining its impact on the human microbiome. By analyzing microbiome composition and metabolites, the study provides insights into the relationship between grapes and human health.

16 May 2023

Machine learning reveals sex-specific Alzheimer's risk genes

Research explores sex-specific gene associations in Alzheimer's disease using a machine-learning approach. It reveals immune response pathways in both sexes and stress-response pathways in males, highlighting potential biomarkers and therapeutic targets for personalized treatments.

16 May 2023

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Change in liver clock could affect synchronization of the circadian cycle

Blood sugar may play a key role in dementia risk in stroke survivors

Use of hormonal birth control linked to greater risk of postpartum depression in women

New technique may reveal signs of Parkinson's disease in urine samples

Ticks found to harbor and release prions of chronic wasting disease

Tick-Tock on the biological clock: Shift work patterns may disrupt female fertility

Study unveils ATP as a key player in ovulation, paves the way for novel infertility treatments

Caffeine connection: Pre-teen caffeine consumption linked to early nicotine use

New technique could mechanically enhance glymphatic transport in the mouse brain

Glycosylation enzyme plays a crucial role in brain development, study shows

Researchers may have identified a molecular cause for memory changes in early childhood

Grape expectations: Dietary grapes promote subtle shifts in human microbiome with potential health implications

Machine learning reveals sex-specific Alzheimer's risk genes

Study examines the effect of cognitive training on the risk of future falls

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Higher sunlight and vitamin D exposure is associated with a lower likelihood of having high perceived stress

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Unlocking the gut clock: How circadian rhythms and gut microbiota team up to impact human health

Study shows two distinct types of cerebellar neurons differentially regulate motor and social behaviors

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