Psilocybin eases pain, depression in mice
Psilocybin in mice: rewires brain circuits, eases pain and depression for up to two weeks.
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Biology
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Autism is not one condition, new study finds
Autism is not a single condition, shows a study based on genetic data from 45,000 people.
Neurons use fats for energy, study finds
Neurons burn fats for energy, challenging old beliefs and hinting at new neurological treatments.
Poor sleep linked to accelerated brain aging
Poor sleep linked to brains appearing older, with inflammation playing a role.
New method reveals Parkinson’s proteins in human brains
Scientists can now visualize Parkinson’s disease-triggering proteins in human brain tissue.
People choose partners based on family background, not education levels
Study finds partner similarity in education is driven by shared family backgrounds, not just education levels.
Junk food harms brain health quickly
Junk food impacts brain health rapidly, before weight gain.
Six new gecko species discovered by their barking calls.
Scientists discovered six new gecko species in southern Africa using their unique mating calls, revealing hidden biodiversity.
Scientists Create Fertilizable Egg-like Cells from Skin DNA
Scientists create egg-like cells from skin DNA, a potential breakthrough in infertility research.
Blood test links fitness to healthier aging
New blood test reveals how fitness impacts aging via aspartate.