A study led by Ryan W. Logan, Ph.D., professor of psychiatry and neurobiology, has found mutations in key brain cells among individuals with chronic opioid… Read More »Study links mutations in key brain cells to chronic opioid use disorder
Researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill have pioneered a novel drug delivery system centered on helical amyloid fibers engineered to release… Read More »New drug delivery platform utilizes helical amyloid fibers for targeted release
Adenosine triphosphate, or ATP, serves as the primary energy currency in living organisms, playing a crucial role in various cellular processes across all forms of… Read More »Role of ATP in cellular processes
New findings published in the journal Nature Neuroscience have shed light on a mysterious pathway between the reward center of the brain that is key… Read More »Direct link to brain’s reward center found
Neurotransmitters play a pivotal role in the intricate and dynamic process of nerve signaling, facilitating communication between nerve cells or neurons within the nervous system.… Read More »Role of neurotransmitters in nerve signaling
Neurotransmitters are essential signaling molecules in the nervous system, playing a central role in transmitting information between neurons and facilitating communication throughout the intricate neural… Read More »How do neurotransmitters function in the nervous system?
The nervous system is a complex and intricate network that plays a crucial role in coordinating and regulating the functions of the human body. Comprising… Read More »Structure and function of the nervous system
Neuropharmacology is a specialized field within pharmacology that focuses on the study of how drugs affect the nervous system, both in terms of normal functioning… Read More »What is neuropharmacology?
Neuroscience, a multidisciplinary field of study, is dedicated to understanding the structure and function of the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord, and… Read More »What is neuroscience?
Researchers have developed a suite of free tools for analyzing vast amounts of brain dissection photographs at brain banks worldwide to enhance understanding of neurodegenerative… Read More »Free tools turn brain dissection photos into 3D models
Mitochondria are dynamic and vital organelles found in the cells of eukaryotic organisms, playing a central role in energy production and numerous cellular processes. These… Read More »What is mitochondria?
The mitochondria, often referred to as the powerhouse of the cell, play a pivotal role in cellular function and energy metabolism. These double-membraned organelles are… Read More »What is the primary function of mitochondria in a cell?
European researchers have recently conducted a study showcasing the potential of highly sensitive sensors utilizing color centers in diamonds to capture electrical activity from neurons… Read More »Diamond sensors reveal early brain changes in disease
Microglia, immune-regulating brain cells, have long been implicated in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). A recent study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital delves into… Read More »Gene linked to Alzheimer’s disease may lead to new therapeutic targets
In a recent study published in the Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, researchers from Kanazawa University utilized high-speed atomic force microscopy (HS-AFM) to investigate the… Read More »Study reveals the role of ORF6 protein in COVID-19 symptoms
University of Queensland researchers have found a way to reverse a cellular process triggered by COVID-19 that contributes to premature aging of the brain. Dr.… Read More »Scientists discover way to reverse COVID-19-induced brain aging
An increasingly important field of work in modern life sciences is the study of the symbiotic coexistence of animals, plants, and humans with their specific… Read More »Scientists unveil the role of microbiome in controlling hydra’s feeding behavior
Researchers at the University of Wisconsin–Madison have identified a protein key to the development of a type of brain cell believed to play a role… Read More »Scientists grow human norepinephrine neurons from stem cells for the first time
An international team of scientists has uncovered the vital role of microglia, the immune cells in the brain that acts as its dedicated defense team,… Read More »Microglia orchestrate early human brain development via cholesterol exchange
Living organisms, spanning the plant to animal kingdom, hinge on proteins to orchestrate the proper functioning of their cells. In specific scenarios, such as when… Read More »Castañeda lab uncovers the goldilocks of protein quality control