Neuroscientists created patient-derived neurons from skin of epilepsy patients and found a possible cause of seizures. The results of this new platform may help in production of new anti-epileptic therapies.
People who experience migraines are more likely to have gaps in the network of arteries that pumps blood throughout the brain.
Scientists found a hyperactive enzyme in the lung as an indicator of asthma progression and, when blocked, protects sufferers from allergens.
The ability to learn new words may depend on the strength of the connection between the areas of the brain involved in auditory processing and articulation.
Female cancer survivors experience less depression and better quality of life during menopause than women who haven’t had a cancer diagnosis, despite experiencing worse hot flashes.
Not getting enough Vitamin D can cause your bones to age prematurely, significantly increasing the risk of fracture by up to 31%.
Neuroscientists suggest that sleep therapy might help people with post-traumatic stress, agoraphobia, panic disorders or other anxiety disorders.
Lemurs that live in large groups are better thieves than their more introverted relatives, suggesting that communal living is tied to greater social intelligence.
