Genetic Disease Variability: What New Research Reveals
Summary: New research from Columbia University shows that some cells preferentially inactivate one parent’s copy of a gene, producing a bias in…
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Study Reveals Cause of Chronic Sleep Problems in Youth
Summary: A new longitudinal study suggests that physical activity during adolescence can reduce the likelihood that sleep problems persist into young adulthood.…
ALS Gene Active in Newly Identified Brain Regions
Summary: Researchers have identified two previously unreported regions in the mouse brain where the C9orf72 gene—implicated in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and…
Lymphatic Damage Linked to Chemotherapy Brain Fog
Summary: New research indicates that common chemotherapy drugs can damage the brain’s meningeal lymphatic system—the network that clears metabolic waste and supports…
Is Poor Vision Behind Your Child’s Learning or Behavior Issues?
Summary: Problems with visual processing in children and young adults have been associated with dyslexia and linked to difficulties with motor skills…
How Breathing Shapes Neural Responses Across the Brain
Summary: A new study in rodents suggests a direct link between breathing patterns and changes in brain activity, with implications for understanding…
Bipedal Robots Achieve Human-Like Walking
Heidelberg scientist coordinates new EU project “KoroiBot”. The international research project KoroiBot brings together scientists from seven institutions across Germany, France, Israel,…
Abnormal Neuronal Fusion Disrupts Brain Circuits
Summary: New research shows that neurons can lose their individuality and fuse under certain conditions, challenging the long-held belief that nerve cells…
Autism Symptom Severity Linked to Brain Overgrowth
Summary: Researchers have identified a clear relationship between brain overgrowth and the severity of social and communication symptoms in children with autism…
Are Religious People Less Intelligent Than Atheists on Average?
Summary: A new study investigates whether religiosity is associated with lower measured intelligence. The researchers find that religious people tend to depend…
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