Dopamine, a neurotransmitter often linked to feelings of pleasure and reward, plays a central role in motivation, reinforcement learning, and…
Category: Health and Medicine
Ultrasound-Guided Microbubbles Enhance T Cell Function in Cancer Immunotherapy
Cancer remains one of the most daunting challenges in modern medicine, with researchers and clinicians continuously striving to develop more…
Gene Discovery Opens New Doors in Obesity Treatment
Obesity has become one of the most pressing health issues of the modern age, with over a billion individuals worldwide…
Sexually Dimorphic Dopaminergic Circuits Determine Sex Preference and Are Reversed by Stress
Researchers from Xi’an Jiaotong University, along with collaborating institutions in China, have uncovered new insights into how sexually dimorphic dopamine…
“GroceryDB” Reveals the Extent of Food Processing in Major US Retailers
A recent study led by researchers from Mass General Brigham has provided an essential resource for consumers and policymakers to…
300 Previously Unknown Genes Linked to Depression in Global Populations
In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists have identified nearly 300 new genetic risk factors for major depression across all major global…
Bile Acids Impair T Cell Function and Promote Tumor Growth in Liver Cancer
Immunotherapy has revolutionized cancer treatment in recent years, offering patients the potential for more personalized and effective therapies. By harnessing…
Exploring the Potential of DOP Agonists in Treating Depression and Anxiety
The global burden of anxiety and depression-related disorders is rapidly increasing, contributing to widespread distress and significantly impacting societal productivity.…
CERS2 Gene Mutation Linked to Increased Type 2 Diabetes Risk in Women with Gestational Diabetes
Gestational diabetes (GD) is a common pregnancy complication, affecting a significant number of women worldwide. While many women experience a…
PFAS in Drinking Water Linked to Increased Cancer Risk
Recent research from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California (USC) has revealed concerning evidence about…
Xenon Gas Protects Neurons and Reduces Inflammation in Alzheimer’s Mouse Models
Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most challenging and perplexing neurodegenerative disorders, with no cure and limited treatment options. The…
Green Tea May Help Preserve Brain Health
Recent research from the Kanazawa University Graduate School of Medical Sciences has found an intriguing relationship between the consumption of…
Can Memory Influence Eating Habits and Food Intake?
The connection between memory and eating behavior has long been acknowledged in the realm of psychology and neuroscience, but a…
H5N1 Bird Flu Mutates in Humans, Raising Pandemic Fears
A recent study conducted by researchers from the Texas Biomedical Research Institute (Texas Biomed) has uncovered significant findings regarding a…
Tai Chi Chuan Combined with rTMS Improves Sleep and Cognitive Function in Older Adults with Sleep Disorders and Mild Cognitive Impairment
As the global population ages, sleep disorders and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) are becoming increasingly prevalent concerns, particularly among older…
New Tool Predicts Onset of Alzheimer’s with Unprecedented Accuracy
A groundbreaking predictive tool developed by researchers at the Florey Institute of Neuroscience and Mental Health, in collaboration with the…
Software Enables Dynamic Visualization of 3D Biological Structures
Researchers have recently made a significant advancement in imaging technology that is poised to revolutionize our understanding of the complexities…
Study Reveals Brain Mechanism That May Explain Beethoven’s Musical Genius
Ludwig van Beethoven’s hearing loss presents a remarkable tale of human resilience and adaptability. Known as one of the greatest…
Study Reveals Primary Cilia Dysfunction as a Potential Contributor to Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a life-altering and often devastating neurodegenerative disease that primarily targets motor neurons, which are the…
Researchers Create Whole-Brain Atlas to Map Connections for Motor Control
Signals transmitted from the brain to motor neurons are crucial for the initiation and control of muscle movement. While the…
Researchers Discover Underactive mTOR Pathway in Lissencephaly
Lissencephaly is a rare and severe brain malformation that can disrupt normal neurological function in individuals who suffer from it.…
Study Reveals Sex-Specific Differences in Muscle Fat Infiltration and Bone Health
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have recently made a breakthrough discovery that explores sex-specific differences in how fat accumulates…