Zebrafish imagine a danger-free future to avoid threats in virtual reality
By imaging the brain while zebrafish “swim” in virtual reality, scientists have learned that even fish can create internal models to predict future outcomes.
Oct 8
By imaging the brain while zebrafish “swim” in virtual reality, scientists have learned that even fish can create internal models to predict future outcomes.
Sep 22
Kleefstra syndrome in mice reversed after birth
Researchers used a postnatal supply of GLP to reverse neural and behavioral symptoms of Kleefstra syndrome in mice!
Sep 10
A faster and more sensitive antibody test for COVID-19
Fast and sensitive: A new antibody test for the COVID-19 virus. Just a pinprick of blood and results in 30 minutes.
Jul 26
Opossums are the first genome edited marsupials
A new piezoelectronic microinjection method has allowed the first successful genome editing in marsupials: albino opossums.
Jul 19
Methylation mutation directly linked to autism
A mutation in a gene needed for H3K9 methylation is directly linked to autism spectrum disorders and early neurodevelopment.
Jun 25
Melatonin in mice, circadian rhythms, and daily torpor
A new breed of lab mouse allows the study of naturally occurring melatonin. These mice will adjust better to jetlag than regular lab mice and experience daily torpor.
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