Autism spectrum disorders
Look out for the early signs of autism
When children have autism, it's possible to recognize the symptoms as early as when they are 18 months old.
Jan 2, 2023
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Genetics
International study uses AI to show how personality influences the expression of our genes
An international study led by the UGR using artificial intelligence has shown that our personalities alter the expression of our genes. The findings shed new light on the long-standing mystery of how the mind and body interact.
Apr 1, 2024
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Neuroscience
New research shows how brain inflammation in children may cause neurological disorders such as autism or schizophrenia
Severe inflammation in early childhood is a clinically known risk factor for developing autism and schizophrenia. Now, for the first time, scientists from the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) have discovered ...
Oct 12, 2023
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Neuroscience
Alzheimer's: New study supports amyloid hypothesis but suggests alternative treatment
An analysis of human brain cells provides new evidence in support of the "amyloid hypothesis," the prevailing idea that Alzheimer's is caused by the accumulation of beta-amyloid proteins in the brain.
Mar 31, 2023
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Oncology & Cancer
'Gates of Heaven' calcium channel drives oral cancer pain and growth, study shows
An essential protein that acts as a gatekeeper for calcium entering cells promotes the growth of oral cancer and generates pain, according to a new study published in Science Signaling led by researchers at New York University ...
Sep 5, 2023
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Overweight & Obesity
Obesity leads to a complex inflammatory response inside fat tissue, study finds
Fat tissue, for as much as it's been vilified, is an incredibly complex and essential bodily organ involved in energy storage and hormone production, among other functions. Yet, modern lifestyles have led to a worldwide epidemic ...
Oct 10, 2023
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Genetics
Exercise hormone may modulate genes associated with replication of novel coronavirus
A study conducted by researchers at São Paulo State University (UNESP) suggests that irisin, a hormone secreted from muscles in response to exercise, could have a therapeutic effect on COVID-19 patients. When they analyzed ...
Sep 22, 2020
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Genetics
Mouse study finds aging sperm affects microRNA, increasing the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders
A recent study has reported that changes in mice sperm microRNAs brought about by aging may affect the growth and development of offspring. The finding adds to the growing literature on the effects of paternal aging on offspring.
Jan 12, 2024
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Medications
Histamine: an unexpected defender against heart and kidney damage
Chronic kidney disease and heart failure are critical medical problems worldwide, and are closely associated in a phenomenon known as "cardiorenal syndrome." The relationship between kidney dysfunction and heart dysfunction ...
Jan 27, 2020
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Immunology
Harnessing the combined power of Vitamin C and TET proteins may give scientists a leg up in treating autoimmune diseases
You can't make a banana split without bananas. And you can't generate stable regulatory T cells without Vitamin C or enzymes called TET proteins, it appears.
Jul 21, 2021
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