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Could epigenome editing prevent developmental disorders?

Using mice, scientists show how epigenome editing has promise as a way to fix disordered brain development that arises from a WAGR syndrome gene mutation.

Experts review evidence yoga is good for the brain

Scientists have known for decades that aerobic exercise strengthens the brain and contributes to the growth of new neurons, but few studies have examined how yoga affects the brain. A review of the science finds evidence that yoga enhances many of the …

Ultrasound blasts potent glioblastoma drug into brain tumor

A potent drug for glioblastoma can’t be used in patients. It can’t reach its target because it’s blocked by the blood-brain barrier, and the conventional formulation for this drug is toxic to the brain. But now scientists have used a novel technology f…

Students do better in school when they can understand, manage emotions

Students who are better able to understand and manage their emotions effectively, a skill known as emotional intelligence, do better at school than their less skilled peers, as measured by grades and standardized test scores.

Veterans study suggest two sub-types of Gulf War illness

Brain imaging of veterans with Gulf War illness show varying abnormalities after moderate exercise that can be categorized into two distinct groups — an outcome that suggests a more complex illness that previously thought.

Researchers discover brain circuit linked to food impulsivity

A team of researchers has now identified a specific circuit in the brain that alters food impulsivity.

Artificial intelligence boosts MRI detection of ADHD

Deep learning, a type of artificial intelligence, can boost the power of MRI in predicting attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to a new study. Researchers said the approach could also have applications for other neurological cond…

Scientists eager to explain brain rhythm boost’s broad impact in Alzheimer’s models

Neuroscientists lay out the the few knowns and many unknowns that must be understood to determine why sensory stimuluation of 40Hz brain rhythms have broad effects, particularly in Alzheimer’s models.

How playing in a brass band could give your health a boost

A new study, using survey responses, suggests that playing in a brass band may help improve respiratory health and psychological well-being.

Genetic brain disorder fixed in mice using precision epigenome editing

Using a targeted gene epigenome editing approach in the developing mouse brain, researchers reversed one gene mutation that leads to the genetic disorder WAGR syndrome, which causes intellectual disability and obesity in people. This specific editing w…