From Wnt to Wonder; The Neuroscience Behind Schizophrenia
From Wnt to Wonder → The Neuroscience Behind Schizophrenia Schizophrenia is a complex and misunderstood disorder that affects emotional and physical behavior. E...
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Brain Traffic Control: How Akt Keeps Your Neural Highways Running Smoothly
Imagine your brain as a bustling city. Neurons are the citizens, busily transmitting signals and information. To keep the city running smoothly, there’s a compl...
Can Rats Have Schizophrenia? Current Animal Models of Schizophrenia
Artstract created by Ren Lind Schizophrenia is a disorder that can significantly affect a human’s life, but can we mimic the symptoms in rats? How can res...
A Genetic Pathway to Schizophrenia
Artstract created by Charlene Geraci Have you ever wondered if you are predisposed to a mental illness? Schizophrenia is thought to be a disorder of brain devel...
Dopamine – Have Researchers Found the Missing Piece to the Autism Puzzle?
Imagine a world where you never know what the person next to you is thinking or how they’re feeling. Imagine attending social events or new experiences that are...
The Female Brain’s Secret Shield: Understanding the Female Protective Effect in Autism
The Mysterious Effect Looking at this image you can see a woman holding a large umbrella, shielding her almost completely from the downpour. On the other side, ...
Understanding Dopamine Dysfunction in Autism: A New Window Into Personalized Treatment
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition many have heard of but may not fully understand. It is often thought of as a single condition but it is far from i...
The Gut Microbiome and ASD
Dopamine Dysfunction in Autism Spectrum Disorder Understanding the complexities of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has led scientists to investigate potential ca...
OH NO! Comorbidity!
OH NO!- Comorbidity! Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that is known for its challenges in social situations such as social commu...
Autism and the Gut-Brain connection
What is Autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental condition that affects an individual’s cognitive, social, and emotional functioning[1]. It is ...