How Jumping Genes Reshaped the Human Brain
Summary: New research shows that transposable elements (TEs) — long labeled “junk” DNA — played a crucial role in shaping gene regulation…
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How Targeting Microglia Could Treat Dementia
Summary: Global dementia cases are projected to reach 139 million by 2050. To accelerate prevention and treatment efforts, researchers at Texas A&M…
GLP-1 Drugs Cut Food Cravings During Weight Loss
Summary: New research indicates that combining obesity medications—specifically GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs)—with a structured behavioral weight management program leads to a…
New Brain Histamine Map Connects Molecule to ADHD and Depression
Summary: Researchers have produced the first multiscale atlas of the brain’s histamine system, connecting genetics, molecular biology, brain imaging, and behavior. While…
Targeting Brain Microglia to Slow Dementia Progression
Summary: Global dementia cases are projected to reach 139 million by 2050. To accelerate prevention and treatment research, Texas A&M’s Dementia &…
How Emotion Labeling Lowers Anxiety in Autism
Summary: Uncertainty commonly triggers anxiety, and people with higher autistic traits often feel this more intensely. New research from Nagoya University suggests…
Brain Histamine System Map Ties Molecule to ADHD and Depression
Summary: Researchers have produced the first multiscale atlas of the brain’s histamine system, linking molecular biology and genetics to neuroimaging and behavior.…
How Trauma Timing Across Life Stages Affects the Brain
Summary: New research shows that the developmental stage when trauma occurs matters more than the specific type of trauma in shaping long-term…
Emotional Labeling Lowers Anxiety in People with Autism
Summary: Uncertainty commonly triggers anxiety, and this response can be stronger in people who score higher on autistic traits. New research from…
First Real-Time Brain-Controlled Hearing Aid Revealed
Summary: Researchers have produced the first direct human evidence that brain-controlled technology can help a listener isolate a single voice in a…
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