How neurotransmitters work together to detect odors
Neurons producing neurotransmitters GABA and dopamine can differentially modulate different target neurons involved in the sense of smell.
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From The Labs
Human mini guts reveal new insights into Cronkhite-Canada syndrome and potential new therapies
The work also highlights the value of human organoid technology to improve the understanding of any disease and identify potential clinical applications.
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Llama power: can tiny llama nanobodies improve norovirus anti-viral therapies?
Llama nanobodies may offer an option for treating norovirus, a global health problem for which there are no vaccines or antiviral drugs.
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Team develops imaging method to capture previously inaccessible coordination of tiny hair-like cilia in live organisms
This new method gives researchers access to study previously inaccessible roles of cilia in the female reproductive system and infertility.
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Image of the Month: Neural connections in the visual pathway of the brain
Like an elaborate superhighway, an intricate network of neuronal projections keeps neurons in the visual pathway connected.
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Research connecting gut bacteria and oxytocin provides a new mechanism for microbiome-promoted health benefits
The details of how gut resident bacteria L. reuteri can affect the gut and other organs are beginning to fall into place.
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eIF4A emerges as a potential Achilles’ heel for triple-negative breast cancer
Targeting eIF4A to interfere with the synthesis of proteins the cancer needs to grow is producing promising results.
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5D4 disrupts several molecular pathways, including MYC, that lead to cancer growth
The findings strongly support the potential use of TopBP1 inhibitors as a targeted cancer therapy.
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Can changing the gut microbiome alter the course of a disease?
A simple, safe dietary intervention has an effect on the gut microbiome and metabolites in these patients.
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Deep brain stimulation induces more healthy neurons and sustained memory benefits in Rett animal models
DBS results in a significant and long-lasting improvement to memory in Rett animal models strongly suggesting evaluating this approach to treat Rett patients.
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