Protein in umbilical cord blood may restore the aging brain
Older mice that were injected with human umbilical cord blood had boosted brain function. A specific protein in the plasma may prove to be useful in drug development....
read moreMaster protein enhances memory and learning
Neuroscientists have discovered that both physical and mental activities rely on ERRY, a metabolic protein, to control the flow of blood and nutrients in the body....
read moreProtein in Alzheimer’s-related memory loss identified
Although it’s been known for awhile that a protein called Neuroligin-1 (NLGN1) is involved in forming memories, new researcher links it to amyloid-associated memory loss....
read morePossible molecular link between Alzheimer’s and head injury...
A study from the University of Cambridge (UK) demonstrated that minuscule pieces of proteins linked to Alzheimer’s can be the catalyst for the onset and spread of the disease. It’s possible that a head injury could jump-start the release...
read moreKids with ADHD have nearly 50% less tryptophan
A study in Sweden found that kids with ADHD have nearly 50% less tryptophan, an amino acid (protein) which helps produce dopamine, serotonin and noradrenaline....
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