Researchers have developed PCR-free techniques for identifying the most active microbial populations in samples based…
Month: September 2011
Researchers’ chance viewing of river cutoff forming provides rare insight
For two river researchers, new insight into river cutoffs was a case of being in…
Key molecule that blocks abnormal blood vessel growth in tumors identified
A new and better understanding of blood vessel growth and vascular development (angiogenesis) in cancer…
Stressed and strapped: Caregivers for friends, relatives suffer emotional and financial strain
Those caring for aging or disabled relatives in California are under both financial and emotional…
Human genetics study identifies the most common cause of ALS and dementia
Scientists have made an exciting breakthrough in unraveling the genetic basis of two debilitating neurodegenerative…
New genetic mutation is the most common cause of familial forms of frontotemporal dementia and ALS
Researchers have found a genetic abnormality they say is the most common cause of two…
Potential target for treating common form of early-onset dementia identified
Scientists have discovered that a key signaling pathway plays an important role in frontotemporal dementia…
Zinc regulates communication between brain cells
Zinc has been found to play a critical role in regulating communication between cells in…
New genetic mutation for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia
A team led by scientists has discovered a new genetic mutation for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis…
Hedging your bets: How the brain makes decisions based on related information
When making decisions based on multiple, interdependent factors, we choose based on how these factors…