genetics

Astrocytes in the Basolateral Amygdala Modulate Risk Assessment Behaviors in Mental Disorders: New Research

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Astrocytes in the Basolateral Amygdala Modulate Risk Assessment Behaviors in Mental Disorders: New Research

New Study Unveils Crucial Role of Astrocytes in Modulating Risk Assessment Behaviors Findings point to potential therapeutic applications in mental health disorders Scientists from the renowned Chinese Academy of Sciences have discovered groundbreaking insights into the role of astrocytes in the brain, specifically in the basolateral amygdala (BLA), in modulating risk assessment behaviors. This research … Read more

Understanding how Cocaine and Morphine Hijack Brain’s Reward System Revealed, Offering Hope for New Addiction Treatments

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Understanding how Cocaine and Morphine Hijack Brain’s Reward System Revealed, Offering Hope for New Addiction Treatments

New Study Reveals How Drugs Manipulate Brain’s Natural Reward Mechanisms New Study Reveals How Drugs Manipulate Brain’s Natural Reward Mechanisms Summary Researchers have made significant advances in understanding how drugs like cocaine and morphine disrupt the brain’s natural reward mechanisms. A recent study using advanced neuroscientific techniques in mouse models has tracked how neurons in … Read more

Experts Emphasize Importance of Vaccination in Preventing Respiratory Infections: Highlights from World Immunization Week

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Experts Emphasize Importance of Vaccination in Preventing Respiratory Infections: Highlights from World Immunization Week

Vaccination plays a vital role in preventing respiratory infections caused by the AIDS virus. grasprespiratory syncytial virus (RSV), SARS-Cov-2, whooping cough and pneumococcus, pathogens that affect young children and the elderly. Now, in a meeting organized around World Immunization Week by Pfizer and the National Association of Health Informants (ANIS)experts emphasize that a vaccine is … Read more

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Genetic Breakthrough Offers Potential Therapeutic Approach

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Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: Genetic Breakthrough Offers Potential Therapeutic Approach

Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Researchers Make Breakthrough in Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder Study Reveals Genetic Underpinnings of Autism Spectrum Disorder Researchers have made significant strides in understanding the genetic underpinnings of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to a recent study. By studying mice with a frameshift mutation in the KMT2C gene, … Read more

New Study Uncovers Key Brain Regions Involved in Emotion Regulation

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New Study Uncovers Key Brain Regions Involved in Emotion Regulation

Study Reveals New Insights into the Regulation of Emotions Study Reveals New Insights into the Regulation of Emotions About the Study A new study conducted by researchers at Dartmouth College has shed light on the intricate mechanisms behind how the human brain regulates emotions. By analyzing functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) studies, the researchers identified … Read more

Bohring-Opitz Syndrome Day: History, Awareness, and Impact

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Bohring-Opitz Syndrome Day: History, Awareness, and Impact

Jakarta – Bohring-Opitz Syndrome Day or Bohring-Opitz Syndrome Day celebrated every year on 6 April. This anniversary is celebrated internationally and recognized throughout the world to raise awareness about this syndrome. Quoted from National Today, the purpose of this day’s warning is to disseminate information and provide assistance to parents, caregivers and every individual affected … Read more

Alzheimer’s Disease Can be Transferred through Bone Marrow Transplants, Study Finds

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Alzheimer’s Disease Can be Transferred through Bone Marrow Transplants, Study Finds

Alzheimer’s Disease May Have Systemic Origins, Study Finds Research shows potential transmission of Alzheimer’s disease through bone marrow transplants Alzheimer’s disease, traditionally considered a brain-centric condition, may have systemic origins and can be accelerated through bone marrow transplants, according to a recent study. Researchers found that mice, transplanted with bone marrow stem cells from donors … Read more

New Research Reveals Mechanism Behind Fasting’s Anti-Inflammatory Effects and Impact on Chronic Diseases

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New Research Reveals Mechanism Behind Fasting’s Anti-Inflammatory Effects and Impact on Chronic Diseases

New Mechanism Uncovered: How Fasting Reduces Inflammation New Mechanism Uncovered: How Fasting Reduces Inflammation Summary Researchers have discovered a groundbreaking new mechanism through which fasting reduces inflammation, a key factor in chronic diseases. The study reveals that fasting increases blood levels of arachidonic acid, which inhibits the NLRP3 inflammasome, ultimately reducing inflammation. This exciting discovery … Read more

World’s Largest Gene Bank of Ancient Human DNA Reveals Insights into Disease Evolution: Study

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World’s Largest Gene Bank of Ancient Human DNA Reveals Insights into Disease Evolution: Study

Narrating the Ancient Genetic Code: Unraveling the Origins of Disease Researchers Trace the Spread of Ancient Genes and Diseases through Human DNA Analysis Scientists have achieved a remarkable breakthrough in the understanding of ancient human DNA by establishing the world’s largest gene bank. They have analyzed the remains of almost 5,000 individuals who lived across … Read more

Impact of Adolescent Stress on Gene Expression and Brain Function

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Impact of Adolescent Stress on Gene Expression and Brain Function

Article: Stress During Adolescence Can Lead to Long-lasting Changes in Brain Gene Expression Stress During Adolescence Can Lead to Long-lasting Changes in Brain Gene Expression A groundbreaking new study has revealed that excessive stress during adolescence can result in permanent alterations in gene expression in the brain, particularly affecting bioenergy functions. These gene alterations have … Read more