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New insight into gene uncovers its link to incurable birth defect

Researchers have unraveled how mutations in a gene can lead to an incurable neurodevelopmental disorder that causes abnormal brain development in newborns and infants.

Uncovering anxiety: Scientists identify causative pathway and potential cures

Quick-acting targeted therapies with minimal side effects are an urgent need for the treatment of anxiety-related disorders. While delta opioid receptor (DOP) agonists have shown ‘anxiolytic’ or anxiety-reducing effects, their mechanism of action is no…

Researchers use deep brain stimulation to map therapeutic targets for four brain disorders

A new study demonstrated the use of deep brain stimulation (DBS) to map a ‘human dysfunctome’ — a collection of dysfunctional brain circuits associated with different disorders.

Living in violent neighborhoods affects children’s brain development

Living in neighborhoods with high levels of violence can affect children’s development by changing the way that a part of the brain detects and responds to potential threats, potentially leading to poorer mental health and other negative outcomes, acco…

Air pollution linked to more signs of Alzheimer’s in brain

People with higher exposure to traffic-related air pollution were more likely to have high amounts of amyloid plaques in their brains associated with Alzheimer’s disease after death, according to a new study. Researchers looked at fine particulate matt…

How does the brain make decisions?

Mouse study provides insights into communication between neurons during decision-making.

‘Movies’ with color and music visualize brain activity data in beautiful detail

Complex neuroimaging data can be explored through translation into an audiovisual format — a video with accompanying musical soundtrack — to help interpret what happens in the brain when performing certain behaviors.

Fixing rogue brain cells may hold key to preventing neurodegeneration

Scientists have identified a new therapeutic approach for combating neurodegenerative diseases, offering hope of improved treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Vanishing White Matter disease and multiple sclerosis, among others.

Mapping potential pathways to MND treatment

Researchers have mapped out the proteins implicated in the early stages of motor neurone disease (MND). They have developed a longitudinal map of the proteins involved in MND across the trajectory of the disease, identifying potential therapeutic pathw…

Modifying brain molecule relaxin-3 can potentially reduce side effects in treating anxiety, depression and more

A team of researchers has found a potential way to treat conditions like depression and anxiety with fewer side effects.