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The development of brain stem cells into new nerve cells and why this can lead to cancer

Ana Martin-Villalba and her research team at the German Cancer Research Center followed stem cells along the path to neurons. The scientists analyzed at every step which genes where switched on and which of them were actually turned into new proteins. They expected to find that stem cells would simply switch their stem cell genes… Read More: The development of brain stem cells into new nerve cells… »

Urologic conditions lead to depression, sleep issues in men

Men who have erectile dysfunction, prostate problems, or other urologic conditions are often at higher risk for depression and sleep disorders. Physicians need to screen for this and refer them for specialist care. Men with urologic conditions such as erectile dysfunction are more likely to have depression and sleep disorders. This was the main conclusion… Read More: Urologic conditions lead to depression, sleep issues in men »

Migraine gene discovery could lead to new pain killers

by udijw Migraine gene discovery could lead to new pain killers  “Migraine sufferers could have their headaches switched off after researchers discovered a gene that acts like a pain thermostat in the brain”. The “once in a generation” finding could allow scientists to create a new generation of drugs that can simply turn down up… Read More: Migraine gene discovery could lead to new pain killers »