Multimedia multitasking changes the brain
A new study using brain scans has found that media-multitasking is linked to brain structure differences....
read moreRecovering from TBI heavily influenced by BDNF gene
Just one change in the sequence of the BDNF gene can cause some TBI victims to be more impaired than others with the same wounds....
read moreUSP9X gene plays critical role in brain development
Researchers have confirmed that the USP9X gene—which has been linked to low IQ—is critical to the early stages of brain development....
read moreGene in some with autism causes too much growth in brain
Researchers at The Scripps Research institute in Florida have demonstrated that mutations in the PTEN gene result in too much growth throughout the brain, including autistic symptoms....
read moreNewly Found Gene Mutations Linked to Variety of Disorders
Three newly discovered gene mutations have been linked to autism, cancer, enlarged brain size, hydrocephalus, vascular anomalies, epilepsy and skin growth disorders. SOURCE:...
read moreToo much folic acid during pregnancy alters baby’s brain
Higher-than-recommended doses of folic acid during pregnancy (and throughout life) can change the baby’s brain development and behavior....
read moreAdministering the hormone EPO may reduce preterm’s brain damage...
High-dose erythropoietin has been found to help protect the central nervous system from injury and degeneration....
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