A new platform for screening astrocyte reactivity helps researchers uncover potential therapeutic interventions to treat neurodegenerative conditions.

Ten years ago, scientists put DNA barcodes in AAV vectors, creating an approach that simplified, expedited, and streamlined AAV screening. 

Haydeh Payami helped uncover the genetic basis of Parkinson’s disease. Now, she hopes to find new ways to treat the disease by studying the gut microbiome.

Scientists used a vibrating capsule to assess people’s gut sensitivities and understand how the brain interprets these signals.  

Brain-like tissue grown in a dish mimics critical periods for development and reveals how it can go wrong.

A gene essential for information storage in the brain engages an autoregulatory feedback loop to consolidate memory.

An interesting but preliminary biomarker study’s reception illustrates the challenges of conducting and communicating nuanced research in the era of social media.

Genes activated in new environments include those used during development.

Animals with human cells could provide donor organs or help us understand neuropsychiatric disorders.

Some elements of human immune systems serve important functions beyond fighting infections.