New targets for childhood brain tumors identified

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CHICAGO, May 2 (Xinhua) — A research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates that the growth of neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) brain tumors is driven by nearby noncancerous neurons and immune cells, and that targeting immune cells slows tumor growth in mice. The researchers studied […]

Report: A subset of retinal neurons communicates differently from the rest of the eye

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Report: A subset of retinal neurons communicates differently from the rest of the eye The eyes have a surprise. For decades, biology textbooks have stated that eyes communicate with the brain exclusively through one type of signaling pathway. But a new discovery shows that some retinal neurons take a […]

Sugden, Donata Oertel

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Donata Sugden MADISON – Donata Oertel Sugden loved biology and people. She was a pioneering neuroscientist whose research on hearing was fundamental to understanding how specialized neurons function. Together, with students and lab colleagues, she identified the behavior of cells that process hearing information after it is converted to […]

Drug reduces risk of men with pedophilic disorder sexually abusing children

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A drug that lowers levels of the male hormone testosterone in the body reduces the risk of men with pedophilic disorder sexually abusing children, a study from Karolinska Institutet published today in the journal JAMA Psychiatry shows. About one in ten girls and one in twenty boys are sexually […]

Parkinson’s dyskinesia mechanism explained

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JUPITER, Fla.–May 1, 2020–Many people with Parkinson’s disease eventually develop debilitating movements called dyskinesia, a side effect of their much-needed dopamine replacement medication. The mechanism underlying this unwanted side effect has been unknown, until now. An international collaboration led by Scripps Research, Florida has found a key cause, and […]

Worthington’s Skog shares passion for STEM education

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IOWA CITY, Iowa — Emily Thornburg, Parker Abbott, Amanda Bullert, Bess Glickman, Camille Hanes,and Tim Skog — all doctoral students in the University of Iowa’s Neuroscience Graduate Program — shared their love for science with students in grades 6-8 at Kids Go STEM in March at the Medical Education […]

Eyes impart a sudden sign to the mind

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For quite a long time, science course readings have expressed that eyes speak with the cerebrum solely through one sort of flagging pathway. In any case, another disclosure shows that some retinal neurons take a street less voyaged. New research, drove by Northwestern University, has discovered that a subset […]

Here’s the neuroscience of loneliness, and why technology can help

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As a result of social distancing measures, more people than ever before are experiencing feelings of loneliness. Technology can help us stay connected throughout the pandemic. The best remedy is to keep in touch with our loved ones online, especially through shared activities, such as virtual quizzes or dance […]

Here’s Why You’re Having ‘COVID-Cravings’ for Weird Foods

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The craving struck me about two weeks ago. My brain’s message was clear and direct. You want Russian dressing. I tried to shake the thought, but the more I fought it, the more my brain dug in. And then, sure enough, during my next weekly grocery shopping trip, I […]

Training Your Brain to Work For You with Dr. Jud Brewer

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(1:00) – Opening the Hood on Your Brain w Dr. Jud (7:45) – Applying Mindfulness During The Quarantine (13:05) – The Anticipation Of Habits and Their Triggers (18:15) – Everyday Addiction: From Your “Dumbphone” to Social Media (26:30) – Awareness Tools: From Meditation to Experience Apps (35:20) – The […]