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Compounds Protect Brain Cells From Stresses Linked to Alzheimer’s
A novel screening platform, developed by scientists at Scripps Research, has fueled the discovery of a set of drug-like compounds, that may powerfully protect brain cells from stresses found in Alzheimer’s and other neurodegenerative diseases.
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Researchers Pursue Single-dose Gene Therapy for Cocaine Addiction
Researchers have demonstrated the successful delivery of a gene coding for an enzyme that metabolizes cocaine into harmless byproducts in mice.
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Laser-based Imaging System Teams Up With Algorithm To Identify Brain Tumors
Combining advanced optical imaging with an artificial intelligence algorithm can produce accurate, real-time intraoperative diagnosis of brain tumors, according to a new study.
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$9-million Grant To Tackle Chronic Pain in Adolescents
An international research collaboration has been awarded a $9-million research grant to tackle the complex problem of chronic musculoskeletal pain in adolescents.
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App-delivered Mindfulness Makes It Easier To Forget Your Fears
A new study shows that brief daily mindfulness training delivered through the HEADSPACE mindfulness app makes it easier to achieve lasting extinction of fear reactions.
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A Genetic Path To Reversing Friedreich's Ataxia
Scientists have identified a molecular mechanism that could reverse the genetic defect responsible for Friedreich’s ataxia, a neurodegenerative disease.
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A New "Census" of the Zebrafish Brain
Scientists have successfully determined the number and type of newly formed neurons in zebrafish.
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Evolution on the Vine – Tracing the Domesticated Tomato
Scientists report that they have identified missing links in the tomato's evolution from a wild blueberry-sized fruit in South America to the larger modern tomato of today.
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Popular Food Supplement Could Help To Control Blood Sugar
A ketone supplement may help to control blood glucose levels by mimicking some aspects of a ketogenic diet, according to a new study.
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Sweet Taste of Success as Sugar Levels Drop in UK Yogurts
A survey of yogurt ingredients has shown that sugar levels have significantly decreased in the last two years, but concerns about overall nutritional content persist.
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