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New study reveals brain cell mechanism of alcohol dependence 
A study released today reveals a cellular mechanism involved in alcohol dependence. The study, in the May 28 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience, shows that gabapentin, a drug used to treat chronic pain and epilepsy, reduces alcohol intake in alcohol-dependent rats by normalizing chemical communication between neurons, which is altered by chronic alcohol abuse.
A study released today reveals a cellular mechanism involved in alcohol dependence. The study, in the May 28 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience, shows that gabapentin, a drug used to treat chronic pain and epilepsy, reduces alcohol intake in alcohol-dependent rats by normalizing chemical communication between neurons, which is altered by chronic alcohol abuse.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 10:45am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 10:45am
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When your memories can no longer be trusted
You went to a wedding yesterday. The service was beautiful, the food and drink flowed and there was dancing all night. But people tell you that you are in hospital, that you have been in hospital for weeks, and that you didn’t go to a wedding yesterday at all.
You went to a wedding yesterday. The service was beautiful, the food and drink flowed and there was dancing all night. But people tell you that you are in hospital, that you have been in hospital for weeks, and that you didn’t go to a wedding yesterday at all.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 9:01am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 9:01am
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Olfactory receptor neurons select which odor receptors to express
It may appear difficult to reconcile the fact that almost every cell in the body of an animal has an identical dose of genes with the variety of different appearances and properties cells can display—bone, skin, hair, muscle, and many more. This may seem even more complex given that all of these tissue types derive originally from a single fertilized egg cell.
It may appear difficult to reconcile the fact that almost every cell in the body of an animal has an identical dose of genes with the variety of different appearances and properties cells can display—bone, skin, hair, muscle, and many more. This may seem even more complex given that all of these tissue types derive originally from a single fertilized egg cell.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 9:00am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 28, 2008, 9:00am
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Brain cells help neighboring nerves regenerate
Researchers have uncovered a completely unexpected way that the brain repairs nerve damage, wherein cells known as astrocytes deliver a protective protein to nearby neurons.
Researchers have uncovered a completely unexpected way that the brain repairs nerve damage, wherein cells known as astrocytes deliver a protective protein to nearby neurons.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 3:46pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 3:46pm
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Research reveals molecular fingerprint of cocaine addiction
The first large-scale analysis of proteins in the brains of monkeys addicted to cocaine reveals new information on how long-term cocaine use changes the amount and activity of various proteins affecting brain function.
The first large-scale analysis of proteins in the brains of monkeys addicted to cocaine reveals new information on how long-term cocaine use changes the amount and activity of various proteins affecting brain function.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 11:17am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 11:17am
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Vertigo can be treated easily and quickly
A new guideline developed by the American Academy of Neurology found that the best treatment for vertigo is the easiest and quickest one.
A new guideline developed by the American Academy of Neurology found that the best treatment for vertigo is the easiest and quickest one.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:29am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 27, 2008, 8:29am
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Food-Related Clock in the Brain Identified
In investigating the intricacies of the body’s biological rhythms, scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have discovered the existence of a “food-related clock” which can supersede the “light-based” master clock that serves as the body’s primary timekeeper.
In investigating the intricacies of the body’s biological rhythms, scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have discovered the existence of a “food-related clock” which can supersede the “light-based” master clock that serves as the body’s primary timekeeper.
Neuroscience
Source: Newswise
Posted on: Thursday, May 22, 2008, 1:28pm
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Source: Newswise
Posted on: Thursday, May 22, 2008, 1:28pm
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Brain's 'trust machinery' identified
The brain centers triggered by a betrayal of trust have been identified by researchers, who found they could suppress such triggering and maintain trust by administering the brain chemical oxytocin.
The brain centers triggered by a betrayal of trust have been identified by researchers, who found they could suppress such triggering and maintain trust by administering the brain chemical oxytocin.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 11:38am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 11:38am
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Sleep-deprived brains alternate between normal activity and 'power failure'
New imaging research shows that brain activity differs in sleep-deprived and well-rested people. The study, in the May 21 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience, shows that individuals who are sleep-deprived experience periods of near-normal brain function, but these periods are interspersed with severe drops in attention and visual processing.
New imaging research shows that brain activity differs in sleep-deprived and well-rested people. The study, in the May 21 issue of The Journal of Neuroscience, shows that individuals who are sleep-deprived experience periods of near-normal brain function, but these periods are interspersed with severe drops in attention and visual processing.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 8:24am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 8:24am
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Scientists discover a molecular scaffold that guides connections between brain cells
Brain cells known as neurons process information by joining into complex networks, transmitting signals to each other across junctions called synapses. But “neurons don’t just connect to other neurons,” emphasizes Z. Josh Huang, Ph.D., “in a lot of cases, they connect to very specific partners, at particular spots.”
Brain cells known as neurons process information by joining into complex networks, transmitting signals to each other across junctions called synapses. But “neurons don’t just connect to other neurons,” emphasizes Z. Josh Huang, Ph.D., “in a lot of cases, they connect to very specific partners, at particular spots.”
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 8:24am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 21, 2008, 8:24am
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Incense is psychoactive: Scientists identify the biology behind the ceremony
Religious leaders have contended for millennia that burning incense is good for the soul. Now, biologists have learned that it is good for our brains too.
Religious leaders have contended for millennia that burning incense is good for the soul. Now, biologists have learned that it is good for our brains too.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 11:18am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 11:18am
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Turning back the clock for Schwann cells
Myelin-making Schwann cells have an ability every aging Hollywood star would envy: they can become young again.
Myelin-making Schwann cells have an ability every aging Hollywood star would envy: they can become young again.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 19, 2008, 9:04am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 19, 2008, 9:04am
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Man's rare ability may unlock secret of memory
Give Brad Williams a date, and he can usually tell you not only what he was doing but what world events happened that day. He can do this for almost every day of his life.
Give Brad Williams a date, and he can usually tell you not only what he was doing but what world events happened that day. He can do this for almost every day of his life.
Neuroscience
Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Friday, May 16, 2008, 9:06am
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Source: CNN.com
Posted on: Friday, May 16, 2008, 9:06am
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Crystal (eye) ball: Study says visual system equipped with 'future seeing powers'
Catching a football. Maneuvering through a room full of people. Jumping out of the way when a golfer yells “fore.” Most would agree these seemingly simple actions require us to perceive and quickly respond to a situation. Assistant Professor of Cognitive Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Mark Changizi argues they require something more—our ability to foresee the future.
Catching a football. Maneuvering through a room full of people. Jumping out of the way when a golfer yells “fore.” Most would agree these seemingly simple actions require us to perceive and quickly respond to a situation. Assistant Professor of Cognitive Science at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Mark Changizi argues they require something more—our ability to foresee the future.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 11:50am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 11:50am
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Electric shocks can cause neurologic and neuropsychological symptoms
Canadian researchers have shown that an electric shock ranging from 120 to 52,000 volts can cause neurologic and neuropsychological symptoms in humans.
Canadian researchers have shown that an electric shock ranging from 120 to 52,000 volts can cause neurologic and neuropsychological symptoms in humans.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:16am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 10:16am
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Monkey studies important for brain science
Studies with non-human primates have made major contributions to our understanding of the brain and will continue to be an important, if small, part of neuroscience research, according to a recent review published in the British medical journal, The Lancet.
Studies with non-human primates have made major contributions to our understanding of the brain and will continue to be an important, if small, part of neuroscience research, according to a recent review published in the British medical journal, The Lancet.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 8:47am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 15, 2008, 8:47am
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Researchers find first conclusive evidence of Alzheimer's-like brain tangles in nonhuman primates
Researchers at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, have discovered the first conclusive evidence of Alzheimer's-like neurofibrillary brain tangles in an aged nonhuman primate.
Researchers at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, have discovered the first conclusive evidence of Alzheimer's-like neurofibrillary brain tangles in an aged nonhuman primate.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 5:11pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 5:11pm
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Re-wired for sight and sound
Brains of the previously blind retain 'wiring' even after sight is recovered.
Brains of the previously blind retain 'wiring' even after sight is recovered.
Neuroscience
Source: Nature
Posted on: Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00am
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Source: Nature
Posted on: Wednesday, May 14, 2008, 10:00am
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Too hot to handle! Scientists identify heat sensing regulator
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins are a step closer to understanding pain sensitivity - specifically why it’s variable instead of constant - having identified a gene that regulates a heat-activated molecular sensor.
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins are a step closer to understanding pain sensitivity - specifically why it’s variable instead of constant - having identified a gene that regulates a heat-activated molecular sensor.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:08am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 13, 2008, 10:08am
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Seeing Alzheimer's amyloids
In an important step toward demystifying the role protein clumps play in the development of neurodegenerative disease, researchers have created a stunning three-dimensional picture of an Alzheimer’s peptide aggregate using electron microscopy.
In an important step toward demystifying the role protein clumps play in the development of neurodegenerative disease, researchers have created a stunning three-dimensional picture of an Alzheimer’s peptide aggregate using electron microscopy.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2008, 5:57pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2008, 5:57pm
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Memory lane: Older persons with more schooling spend fewer years with cognitive loss
Those with at least a high school education spend more of their older years without cognitive loss – including the effects of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and dementia -- but die sooner after the loss becomes apparent
Those with at least a high school education spend more of their older years without cognitive loss – including the effects of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and dementia -- but die sooner after the loss becomes apparent
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2008, 12:29pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Monday, May 12, 2008, 12:29pm
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Justice in the brain: Equity and efficiency are encoded differently
Which is better, giving more food to a few hungry people or letting some food go to waste so that everyone gets a share" A study appearing this week in Science finds that most people choose the latter, and that the brain responds in unique ways to inefficiency and inequity.
Which is better, giving more food to a few hungry people or letting some food go to waste so that everyone gets a share" A study appearing this week in Science finds that most people choose the latter, and that the brain responds in unique ways to inefficiency and inequity.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 1:57pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 1:57pm
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Researchers discover new link to schizophrenia
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins have discovered that mice lacking an enzyme that contributes to Alzheimer disease exhibit a number of schizophrenia-like behaviors. The finding raises the possibility that this enzyme may participate in the development of schizophrenia and related psychiatric disorders and therefore may provide a new target for developing therapies.
Neuroscientists at Johns Hopkins have discovered that mice lacking an enzyme that contributes to Alzheimer disease exhibit a number of schizophrenia-like behaviors. The finding raises the possibility that this enzyme may participate in the development of schizophrenia and related psychiatric disorders and therefore may provide a new target for developing therapies.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 11:47am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 11:47am
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Depression diversity: Brain studies reveal big differences among individuals
Depressed people may have far fewer of the receptors for some of the brain’s “feel good” stress-response chemicals than non-depressed people, new University of Michigan Depression Center research shows.
Depressed people may have far fewer of the receptors for some of the brain’s “feel good” stress-response chemicals than non-depressed people, new University of Michigan Depression Center research shows.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 9:04am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Thursday, May 08, 2008, 9:04am
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Does the brain control muscles or movements?
One of the major scientific questions about the brain is how it can translate the simple intent to perform an action—say, reach for a glass—into the dynamic, coordinated symphony of muscle movements required for that action.
One of the major scientific questions about the brain is how it can translate the simple intent to perform an action—say, reach for a glass—into the dynamic, coordinated symphony of muscle movements required for that action.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2008, 12:44pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2008, 12:44pm
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New target for Alzheimer's disease identified
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an incurable disease that is increasing in prevalence and will increase even more rapidly as the Baby Boom generation enters the age of highest risk. The available AD drugs are only partially effective in some patients. New strategies are urgently needed.
Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is an incurable disease that is increasing in prevalence and will increase even more rapidly as the Baby Boom generation enters the age of highest risk. The available AD drugs are only partially effective in some patients. New strategies are urgently needed.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2008, 9:14am
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, May 07, 2008, 9:14am
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Killer competition: Neurons duke it out for survival
The developing nervous system makes far more nerve cells than are needed to ensure target organs and tissues are properly connected to the nervous system. As nerves connect to target organs, they somehow compete with each other resulting in some living and some dying.
The developing nervous system makes far more nerve cells than are needed to ensure target organs and tissues are properly connected to the nervous system. As nerves connect to target organs, they somehow compete with each other resulting in some living and some dying.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 06, 2008, 7:05pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Tuesday, May 06, 2008, 7:05pm
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Why Bogart's Kiss Is Your Kiss, His Soda Your Soda
Neuroscientist Marco Iacoboni explains what we do know about mirror neurons, the supposed key to human empathy and understanding of others, and what we don’t know.
Neuroscientist Marco Iacoboni explains what we do know about mirror neurons, the supposed key to human empathy and understanding of others, and what we don’t know.
Neuroscience
Source: Discover Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, May 06, 2008, 8:53am
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Source: Discover Magazine
Posted on: Tuesday, May 06, 2008, 8:53am
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Unboxed: Can You Become a Creature of New Habits?
Brain researchers have discovered that when we consciously develop new habits, we create parallel synaptic paths, and even entirely new brain cells, that can encourage a way to innovation.
Brain researchers have discovered that when we consciously develop new habits, we create parallel synaptic paths, and even entirely new brain cells, that can encourage a way to innovation.
Pill ingredient could prevent brain damage after head injury
A common component of the contraceptive pill (progesterone) could improve the neurologic outcome for patients with severe head injuries, according to a study published in BioMed Central’s open access journal Critical Care.
A common component of the contraceptive pill (progesterone) could improve the neurologic outcome for patients with severe head injuries, according to a study published in BioMed Central’s open access journal Critical Care.
Neuroscience
Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2008, 1:10pm
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Source: EurekAlert
Posted on: Wednesday, Apr 30, 2008, 1:10pm
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