The first drug treatment for brain aneurysms (in mice)
Scientists discover that most aneurysms result from mutations. A mouse model shows they can be treated with drugs.
Jun 15
Scientists discover that most aneurysms result from mutations. A mouse model shows they can be treated with drugs.
Jun 12
Simple but revolutionary modular organoids
A new way to construct complex 3D organoids without using elaborate techniques! The trick using modular cubes with hydrogel layers.May 19
Thoughts on the genetics of medicinal licorice
Jens talks about licorice and a recent RIKEN study that finally mapped its genome.
Apr 24
Pathogenic genetic variation linked to H. pylori-related stomach cancer
Researchers find that the risk of stomach cancer due to infection withH. Pylori bacteria increases with specific genetic variations.
Mar 29
ERRg predicts atrial fibrillation and hidden comorbidity
Polygenic risk scores based on the genetic data from more that a million people predicted atrial fibrillation, stroke, and mortality.Dec 27
Memories are made of this ?? – (Part 2)
Thomas McHugh from the RIKEN Center for Brain Science continues his discussion about memories, emotions, the brain, and life.
Dec 26
Replicating opossum heart regeneration to help fight cardiovascular disease
Animated research highlight: Opossum hearts hint at new ways of fighting cardiovascular disease
Dec 26
Spacey, nerdy nights in Tokyo
Kelly, our new It Ain’t Magic contributor, writes about her nerdy nighttime experiences in Tokyo.
Dec 16
Memories are made of this ? ? – (Part 1)
Brain science ’round midnight episode 8: Thomas McHugh from the RIKEN Center for Brain Science discusses memories and the brain
Nov 18
Hibernation-like state can protect kidneys during heart surgery
Activating Q-neurons in the mouse brain led to a hibernation-like state that protected kidneys during heart surgery.
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