Fine-tuning deep brain stimulation plus exercise restore movement in ataxia
A precise combination of DBS and exercise rescued and maintained limb coordination and stepping in mice without further stimulation.
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From The Labs
Image of the Month: Training and neuronal activation in Rett mice
Early physical training triggers more dendritic arbors or cellular projections in hippocampal neurons (red), enhancing their functionality.
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Phages can prevent infection before it happens
Researchers have identified a novel strategy that can eliminate bacteria in a specific location before they cause an infection.
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Research opens new possibilities to improve the lives of girls with Rett syndrome
In a mouse model of Rett syndrome, early intensive training substantially delayed the appearance of symptoms and improved performance.
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The multitasking nature of SRC-3
SRC-3 not only influences steroid hormone function and gives a heads up for aggressive human breast cancer, it also regulates immune T cells.
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Identifying rare genetic variants that increase risk for lung cancer
Exome sequencing identified new variants that lead to higher levels of DNA damage, which increases the susceptibility for multiple cancers.
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Plant integration in the Kendal Hirschi Lab
The Kendal Hirschi Lab provides a unique perspective integrating fundamental plant science with basic nutrition research.
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Interferon linked to ER+/HER- metastatic breast cancer resistance to therapy
Both preclinical models and tumor samples from patients with ER+/HER2- breast cancer link high IFN signaling to resistance to treatment.
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International Women’s Day: Interview with Dr. Meagan Pitcher
Dr. Meagan Pitcher shared her transition from biomedical research to licensing, the nuances of her work and how she keeps in shape.
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Proteomics analysis identifies potential drug targets for aggressive human cancers
Researchers identified proteomic signatures associated with clinical measures of aggressive disease for each of the seven cancer types studied.
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