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A piece of “junk DNA” could be the key to extinguishing fear-related memories for people struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and phobia

‘Junk DNA’ key to controlling fear

Published on: 23 March 2022

A piece of “junk DNA” could be the key to extinguishing fear-related memories.

Restoring microglia to treat Alzheimer’s disease

Published on: 18 March 2022

Dr Liviu Bodea has been awarded a coveted fellowship to learn more about Alzheimer's disease.

Researchers have identified a molecule essential for regulating the repair of injured nerves.

What regulates the 'glue’ needed for nerve repair?

Published on: 17 March 2022

Researchers have identified a molecule essential for regulating the repair of injured nerves, which could help people recover from nerve damage.

Researchers have developed a mathematical model that can predict the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.

Mathematical model predicts effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines

Published on: 15 March 2022

Researchers have developed a mathematical model that can predict the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, potentially speeding-up the development of new vaccines.

Researchers have revealed if touch-sensing neurons are attached to the surrounding skin correctly, they can avoid breakages and degeneration.

Velcro-like attachment helps neurons stay intact

Published on: 9 March 2022

Researchers have revealed if touch-sensing neurons are attached to the surrounding skin correctly, they can avoid breakages and degeneration.

Natural mineral may reverse memory loss

Published on: 8 February 2022

A mineral found in many foods could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in ageing brains.

Brain bending image wins neuroscience art competition

Published on: 11 January 2022

A Salvador Dali-inspired entry has won the 2021 QBI Art In Neuroscience Image Competition.

Running down exercise ‘sweet spot’ to reverse cognitive decline

Published on: 13 December 2021

Researchers have discovered an exercise ‘sweet spot’ that reverses the cognitive decline in ageing mice, paving the way for human studies in this area.