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Adult neurogenesis: What can new neurons do for you? And what can you do for your new neurons?

Adult neurogenesis: What can new neurons do for you? And what can you do for your new neurons?

on 2013/01/10 in Feature, Lectures, Media

Once thought to be restricted to early mammalian development or to nonmammalian vertebrates like reptiles, adult neurogenesis is now known to occur in mammals, including humans. This lecture will explain how researchers are trying to harness this remarkable neuroregenerative potential to repair the injured or diseased brain, and improve prediction, prevention, and treatment of brain [...]

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New way to block drug addiction

New way to block drug addiction

on 2012/08/16 in Articles

In a major breakthrough, an international team of scientists has proven that addiction to morphine and heroin can be blocked, while at the same time increasing pain relief. The team from the University of Adelaide and University of Colorado has discovered the key mechanism in the body’s immune system that amplifies addiction to opioid drugs. [...]

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