For years, researchers and clinicians have been looking for early signs of cognitive decline in adults, particularly in older populations.…
Alzheimer’s Disease Linked to Stalled Protein Processing, New Study Finds
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior, has long been a focus…
Study Identifies APOE Transcript jxn1.2.2 as a Potential Risk Factor for Alzheimer’s Disease
Late-onset Alzheimer’s disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, with the number of affected individuals…
Childhood Epilepsy Linked to Increased Brain Amyloid
Recent research has uncovered an intriguing link between childhood epilepsy and the accumulation of brain amyloid later in life, potentially…
Biotin Supplementation Mitigates Manganese-Induced Neurotoxicity in Drosophila and Human Neurons
Manganese is an essential trace mineral that plays a crucial role in several important bodily functions, including the metabolism of…
Dopamine Dysfunction Linked to Autism Inflexibility
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have recently uncovered important new insights into the underlying mechanisms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), shedding…
Gut Bacteria Train Your Immune System – For Better or Worse
A groundbreaking study conducted by David Sancho at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) in Madrid has unveiled the…
Brain Scans Predict Depression Treatment Success
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of people globally. Characterized by persistent feelings…
Study Finds AI Outperforms Humans in Generating Empathetic Responses
The intersection of technology and human emotion has long been a topic of debate. One key element of human interaction…
Cryo-EM Reveals the Structure of Human GABAA Receptors
In the human brain, communication between neurons—the cells that transmit information—is crucial for normal brain function. This communication is facilitated…
Social Media Use, Especially Active Posting, Associated with Increased Irritability in US Adults
A recent study, conducted by researchers from the Center for Quantitative Health at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School,…
Brain Activation Patterns Associated with Transcendental Meditation, Nature Viewing, and Digital Art
Recent research suggests that activities like meditation, exposure to nature, and engagement with art can significantly benefit people’s mental health…
Can We Edit Out Disease? Exploring the Potential and Pitfalls of Heritable Polygenic Editing
Recent advancements in genetic research are laying the foundation for what could be a monumental shift in how we approach…
Adults with ADHD May Live Shorter Lives, Study Finds
A world-first study led by researchers from UCL Psychology & Language Sciences, published in The British Journal of Psychiatry, has…
Researchers Synthesize Biodegradable Nylon Precursors Using Artificial Photosynthesis
Nylon, a durable and elastic material, has long been a mainstay in the world of plastics, from clothing to industrial…
Polymer-Derived Ceramics Enable Stable Solid-State Frustrated Lewis Pairs
Heterogeneous catalysts have been a cornerstone of industrial chemistry, accelerating chemical reactions by providing a different phase or state than…
New Lubricant Could Revolutionize Aerospace and Nuclear Power
Researchers at Virginia Tech have made an exciting discovery in the search for high-performance lubricants, uncovering a promising candidate by…
Water-Enhanced Catalytic Depolymerization of Polyolefins
Plastics are undeniably useful materials that have become an integral part of nearly every aspect of modern life. From packaging…
Exploring Copper’s Role in Cancer and Cell Growth
The Chang Lab at Princeton Chemistry continues its groundbreaking work on the role of metal nutrients in human biology, a…
Efficient Synthesis of Inasoside A, a Bioactive Compound from the Edible Mushroom Laetiporus cremeiporus
Natural compounds from both plants and animals have long played a pivotal role in drug development, inspiring countless pharmaceuticals and…