Hormones and high blood pressure: Study reveals endocrine culprits and...
Researchers delve into endocrine causes of hypertension (HTN), revealing key culprits like primary aldosteronism and Cushing's syndrome. The study also evaluates the efficacy of various treatments,...
View ArticleInhibitory interneurons play a crucial role in fear memory expression and recall
Memory, a fundamental tool for our survival, is closely linked with how we encode, recall, and respond to external stimuli.
View ArticleScientists link growth hormone to anxiety and fear memory through specific...
Growth hormone (GH) acts on many tissues throughout the body, helping build bones and muscles, among other functions.
View ArticleFermented foods linked to mental health benefits through gut-brain connection
Researchers explore the mental health benefits of fermented foods on the microbiota-gut-brain axis, highlighting the need for further studies to understand their therapeutic potential.
View ArticleUCLA research connects genetic risk and brain changes in autism
A groundbreaking study led by UCLA Health has unveiled the most detailed view of the complex biological mechanisms underlying autism, showing the first link between genetic risk of the disorder to...
View ArticleMIT researchers develop revolutionary system for high-resolution brain imaging
A suite of three innovations by an MIT-based team enables high-resolution, high-throughput imaging of human brain tissue at a full range of scales and mapping connectivity of neurons at single cell...
View ArticleResearchers unveil molecular mechanisms of somatostatin receptor 5 activation...
Somatostatin receptors (SSTRs) constitute a crucial family of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) that play pivotal roles in regulating hormone secretion and inhibiting tumor growth.
View ArticleStudy reveals role of zona incerta neurons in early social bonding and stress...
Specific neurons in the brain's zona incerta (ZI) play a crucial role in the early social interactions of an infant and its mother, building their bond and reducing stress, according to a new study in...
View ArticleMarine snail venom may inspire new diabetes and hormone disorder treatments
Scientists are finding clues for how to treat diabetes and hormone disorders in an unexpected place: a toxin from one of the most venomous animals on the planet.
View ArticleStudy shows beta cells can function independently for glycemic control
Our glycemic balance is based on the ability of the pancreatic beta cells to detect glucose and secrete insulin to maintain our blood sugar levels. If these cells malfunction, the balance is broken,...
View ArticleWhy hypoglycemia-induced glucagon secretion becomes impaired in diabetes
Findings indicate that excessive somatostatin inhibits glucagon secretion in type 1 diabetes, offering a novel target for hypoglycemia management strategies.
View ArticleNew treatment strategy targets somatostatin to prevent blood sugar drops in...
Inhibiting the hormone somatostatin may be a new treatment strategy to prevent dangerous blood glucose drops in type 1 diabetes.
View ArticleStudy reveals how Alzheimer's may cause brain damage in two distinct phases
Alzheimer's disease may damage the brain in two distinct phases, based on new research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) using sophisticated brain mapping tools.
View ArticleResearchers uncover distinct cell vulnerabilities in Alzheimer’s progression...
Researchers used single-cell and spatial genomics to map cell-type-specific changes in the middle temporal gyrus, identifying distinct disease phases in Alzheimer’s progression.
View ArticleNew insights into early Huntington's disease mechanisms
Researchers uncover a link between impaired glutathione–ascorbate metabolism and early dopamine increases in Huntington's disease, suggesting GSTO2 as a potential therapeutic target to manage motor...
View ArticleChemogenetic activation reveals male-female differences in stress resistance...
Subtle activation of a small subset of neurons in one region of the brain can make male mice resilient to, and even reverse, the detrimental effects of chronic stress. The same is true for female mice,...
View ArticleChronic stress rewires the brain, dulling sound perception
Repeated stress disrupts auditory processing, making sounds seem quieter over time, as shown in a new study on mice.
View ArticleHow does intermittent fasting affect β cell function and diabetes risk
Research shows short-term fasting improves glucose regulation, while long-term fasting in young mice impairs β cell function, potentially increasing T1D risk.
View ArticleFlavonoids help regulate gut hormones and show promise in managing type 2...
Flavonoids show promise in treating type 2 diabetes mellitus by targeting the enteroendocrine system and regulating key gut hormones. They enhance insulin sensitivity, reduce oxidative stress, and...
View ArticleNew CAR T cell therapy shows promise for treating advanced thyroid cancer
A new chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cell therapy called AIC100, which targets the ICAM-1 protein, demonstrated encouraging responses and an acceptable safety profile in patients with two types of...
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