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The Allen Institute for Brain Science Network is a not-for-profit biomedical research organization that provides open access to multiple neuroscience tools and resources. Find the latest research from tjr Allen Institute for Brain Science Network here.

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a viral respiratory disease of zoonotic origin caused by the SARS coronavirus (SARS-CoV). Initial symptoms are flu-like and may include fever, muscle pain, lethargy symptoms, cough, sore throat, and other nonspecific symptoms. SARS may eventually lead to shortness of breath and pneumonia; either direct viral pneumonia or secondary bacterial pneumonia. DIscover the latest research on SARS here.

Computation neuroscience employs models, statistics, simulations, and theoretical analyses to understand mechanisms that govern neural functions. Here are the latest preprints in this domain.

Mutations in the LRRK2 gene are a risk-factor for developing Parkinson’s disease. However, LRRK2 has been shown to function as a central regulator of vesicular trafficking, infection, immunity, and inflammation. Here is the latest research on the role of this kinase on immunity during infection.

Synthetic genetic arrays allow the systematic examination of genetic interactions. Here is the latest research focusing on synthetic genetic arrays and their analyses.

A common feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the impairment of motor control and learning, consistent with perturbation in cerebellar function. Find the latest research on ASD and motor learning here.

Pediculosis pubis is a disease caused by a parasitic insect known as Pthirus pubis, which infests human pubic hair, as well as other areas with hair including eye lashes. Here is the latest research.

Glut1 Deficiency, an autosomal dominant, genetic metabolic disorder associated with a deficiency of GLUT1, the protein that transports glucose across the blood brain barrier, is characterized by mental and motor developmental delays and infantile seizures. Here is the latest research on Glut1 Deficiency.

Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers caused by ebola, marburg and lassa viruses often manifest as multiple organ dysfunction and hemorrhagic shock with high mortality. Discover the latest research on Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers here.

Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) coronavirus (MERS-CoV), a novel coronavirus that causes a severe lower respiratory tract infection in humans, emerged in the middle east in 2012. Here is the latest research.

Viral pneumonias account for at least 17% of cases of community-acquired pneumonia in children and in adults. Here is the latest research.

Low grade gliomas in the brain form from oligodendrocytes and astrocytes and are the slowest-growing glioma in adults. Discover the latest research on these brain tumors here.

Anorexia Nervosa is a psychiatric disease that can be severely debilitating and life-threatening. Genetic associations have discovered abnormalities on chromosome 12. Other genetic risk factors are being investigated to discern if there are other genetic and familial links. Here is the latest research pertaining to this disease.

TANGO2-related metabolic encephalopathy and arrhythmias is a rare inherited autosomal recessive diseaser. It is characterized by episodes of metabolic crises and abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia). Here is the latest on this disease.

Single-cell analysis, including single-cell RNA sequencing, allows the discovery of new cell populations and expresssion patterns at single-cell resolution. When applied to neurogenetics, single-cell analysis can potentially uncover novel biological mechanisms underlying neurological disorders. Here is the latest research on Single-Cell Neurogenetics.

Cryogenic electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) allows the determination of biological macromolecules and their assemblies at a near-atomic resolution. Here is the latest research.

The Neurodegeneration Challenge Network aims to provide funding for and to bring together researchers studying neurodegenerative diseases. Find the latest research from the NDCN grantees here.

Congenital, Lipomatous, Overgrowth, Vascular Malformations, Epidermal Nevi and Spinal/Skeletal Anomalies and/or Scoliosis (CLOVES) syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by mutations in the PIK3CA gene. Symptoms include blood vessel abnormalities, small tissue tumors, skin legions and spinal abnormalities. Here is the latest research.

This feed focuses on cellular respiration in bacteria, known as bacterial respiration. Discover the latest research here.

Mutations in the LRRK2 gene are risk-factors for developing Parkinson’s disease (PD). LRRK2 mutations in PD have been shown to enhance its association with microtubules. Here is the latest research.

This feed focuses on emerging cell and gene therapies, such as HIV vaccines, for treating patients living with HIV/AIDS. Discover the latest research here.

Epigenetic memory refers to the heritable genetic changes that are not explained by the DNA sequence. Find the latest research on epigenetic memory here.

Oxygen tension is determined by the balance between net oxygen entering the system and the consumption of oxygen by cells, which can be affected by cell density and type. For instance, hepatocytes consume higher levels of oxygen compared to endothelial cells. Here is the latest research on oxygen tension in liver models.

Fumarate Reductase is an enzyme that uses fumarate and quinol as substrates to generate succinate and quinone and has several biological functions, including a role in anaerobic respiration. Here is the latest research.

CRISPR-Cas system enables the editing of genes to create or correct mutations. This feed focuses on the application of CRISPR-Cas system in high-throughput genome-wide screens to identify genes that may confer drug resistance.

Vitamin K-dependent carboxylases generate gamma-carboxyglutamic acids with malonate moieties by modifying glutamate residues in vitamin K-dependent proteins. This feed focuses on cellular mechanisms regulated by vitamin K-dependent carboxylases.

HIV infection increases the risk of non-communicable diseases common in the aged, including cardiovascular disease, neurocognitive decline, non-aids malignancies, osteoporosis, and frailty. Discover the latest research in AIDS malignancies.

TANGO2-related metabolic encephalopathy and arrhythmias is a rare inherited autosomal recessive diseaser. It is characterized by episodes of metabolic crises and abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia). Here is the latest on this disease.

Mutations, single nucleotide variants and large genomic rearrangements, in non-coding regions of the genome can have severe consequences such as disruption of transcription factor binding sites and functions of non-coding RNAs and can impact tumor development and progression. Here is the latest research.

Hereditary breast and ovarian cancer due to mutations in the brca1 and brca2 genes is the most common cause of hereditary forms of both breast and ovarian cancer. Here are the latest discoveries pertaining to these cancers.

The cervix contains two types of cells and when cancer arises from squamous cells within the cervix it is cervical squamous cell carcinoma. The endocervix is located just above the body of the cervix and contains glandular cells. When cancer begins here it is called endocervical adenocarcinoma. Here is the latest research on these two types of cancers.

AFM in situ DNA describes in situ analysis (or study) of DNA using atomic force microscopy. Discover the latest research on AFM in situ DNA here.

Pluripotency refers to the ability of a cell to develop into three primary germ cell layers of the embryo. This feed focuses on the mechanisms that underlie the evolution of pluripotency. Here is the latest research.

Oligodendroglia or oligodendrocytes function as support cells for axons. Understanding the heterogeneity of these cells during development and adulthood using single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq can provide insight into pathogenic processes. Discover the latest research on oligodendroglia heterogeneity in the human brain here.

Chancroid is infection of the genital skin or mucous membranes caused by Haemophilus ducreyi and characterized by papules, painful ulcers, and enlargement of the inguinal lymph nodes leading to suppuration. Discover the latest research on chancroid here.

Stimulator of IFN genes (STING) are a group of transmembrane proteins that are involved in the induction of type I interferon that is important in the innate immune response. The stimulation of STING has been an active area of research in the treatment of cancer and infectious diseases. Here is the latest research on STING receptor agonists.

Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary neurodegenerative disease caused by mutations in the HTT gene which encodes the huntingtin protein. HD is characterized by poor coordination and involuntary body movements. Here is the latest research on the structure and function of huntingtin.

Cancer cells produce circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) which can be found in the blood stream using novel high-throughput sequencing technologies. Here is the latest research on ctDNA.

Cancer cells have been found to compose many different types of cells. The heterogeneity of cancer tumors invokes a challenge when it comes to deciding on which therapeutic option(s) will be most beneficial. Discover the latest research on tumor heterogeneity here.

Tumor vaccines offer the potential for preventing cancer in high-risk individuals, preventing disease relapse after diagnosis and initial therapy, and shifting the balance of the host-tumor interaction to mitigate the progression of advanced cancers. Discover the latest research on tumor vaccines here.

The cancer stem cell theory proposes that, in tumors, there exist a sub-population of cells that possess characteristics of normal stem cells, specifically the ability to self-renew, and that these cells proliferate and sustain the cancer. Here is the latest research on stem and cancer cells.

CRISPR-Cas system enables the editing of genes to create or correct mutations. Given that genome instability and mutation is one of the hallmarks of cancer, the CRISPR-Cas system is being explored to genetically alter and eliminate cancer cells. Here is the latest research.

Epigenetic changes are present and dysregulated in many cancers, including DNA methylation, non-coding RNA segments and post-translational protein modifications. The epigenetic changes may or may not provide advantages for the cancer cells. Here is the latest research on cancer epigenetics.

Several sequencing approaches are employed to understand and examine tumor development and progression. These include whole genome as well as RNA sequencing. Here is the latest research on cancer sequencing.

Glioblastoma is the most common and aggressive type of brain tumor. It contains a population of tumor initiating stem cell-like cells known as cancer stem cells. Investigations are ongoing into these cancer stem cells found in these solid tumors which are highly resistance to treatment. Here is the latest research on cancer stem cells in glioblastoma.

Ovarian cancers, benign or malignant, originate in cells of the ovaries. They are classified based on their tissue or origin, which includes the totipotent germ cells, epithelium, and the stromal endocrine cells. Here is the latest research.

In order for cancer cells to maintain rapid, uncontrolled cell proliferation, they must acquire a source of energy. Cancer cells acquire metabolic energy from their surrounding environment and utilize the host cell nutrients to do so. Here is the latest research on cancer metabolism.

Apoptosis is an important mechanism in cancer. By evading apoptosis, tumors can continue to grow without regulation and metastasize systemically. Many therapies are evaluating the use of pro-apoptotic activation to eliminate cancer growth. Here is the latest research on apoptosis in cancer.

The tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) is composed of hetereogenous immune cells that have infiltrated the tumor, and is a central target of cancer immunotherapies. Characterization of the TIME is key to predicting response and development of immunotherapy. Discover the latest research here.

Personalized cancer medicine include studying a person's genetic makeup and tumor growth to prevent, diagnose and/or treat disease. Here is the latest research on personalized cancer medicine.

The human microbiome has been implicated in altering cancer susceptibility and therapeutic responses to anti-cancer agents. Here is the latest research on the influence of the microbiome and cancer.

Circular RNA (circRNA) are stable non-coding RNAs implicated in gene regulation, cell differentiation, tissue homeostasis, and tumorigenesis. Their role as a potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarker and as a possible therapeutic target is currently under investigation. Here is the latest research on circRNAs in cancer.

Imaging techniques, including CT and MR, have become essential to tumor detection, diagnosis, and monitoring. Here is the latest research on cancer imaging.

Prostate cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. Age, race, family history, and obesity are factors associated with increased prostate cancer risk. Here is the latest research on prostate adenocarcinoma.

This feed explores the function of fusion oncoproteins in specific childhood cancers, including those from racial/ethnic minority and underserved groups, and to provide preclinical assessment of potential therapeutics and how fusion oncoproteins influence gene expression to perturb normal cellular programs to block lineage differentiation and development

Breast cancer is a multifactorial disease that is influenced by both environmental and genetic factors. Discover the latest research on the environmental and genetic risk factors for breast cancer here.

Epigenetics is the study of heritable changes in gene expression that do not involve alteration of the DNA sequence. Here are the latest preprints in epigenetics.

Chromatin remodeling is essential for regulation of gene expression, DNA replication, as well as DNA repair. Here is the latest research on chromatin remodeling complexes and mechanisms underlying chromatin remodeling.

Cognitive neuroscience is the study of biological processes that underlie cognition and addresses the role of neural circuits in regulating cognitive activities. Here are the latest preprints on cognitive neuroscience.

The human microbiome refers to the collection of genomes of all the microorganisms inside the human body and on the surface. Discover the latest preprints on the human microbiome here.

Genome editing technologies enable the editing of genes to create or correct mutations. Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) are DNA sequences in the genome that are recognized and cleaved by CRISPR-associated proteins (Cas). Here are the latest preprints on the use of CRISPR-Cas system in gene editing.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. This feed focuses on genetic screening approaches and genetic predispositions in Parkinson’s disease.

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a retroviral infection that can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV can be effectively controlled through antiviral drugs to prevent progression to AIDS. Discover the latest preprints on HIV here.

Here are the latest preprints on physiological and in silico networks and circuits implicated in the nervous system.

RNA Interference (RNAi) pathway is involved in post-transcriptional gene silencing, transcriptional silencing and epigenetic silencing as well as its use as a tool for forward genetics and therapeutics. Discover the latest preprints on RNAi here.

Chaperones are proteins that play an essential role in protein folding, stability, assembly, and degradation. Their depletion or dysfunction has been implicated in protein folding disorders. Here are the latest preprints on chaperone proteins.

MAPK pathway is a complex signaling pathway that regulates transcription, translation, cell cycle, and proliferation. Targeting this pathway has long been considered a promising strategy for cancer therapy. Here is the latest research on this pathway.

Ubiquitin is a small regulatory protein that is attached to proteins as a post-translational modification in a process known as ubiquitination to regulate protein turnover, location, or activity. Here is the latest research on the ubiquitin system.

Genes and microglia are associated with the risk of developing and the progression of conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease (AD). Here are the latest preprints pertaining to this disease.

This feed focuses on cellular aging with emphasis on the mitochondria, autophagy, and metabolic processes associated with aging and longevity. Here is the latest research on cell aging.

Cancer genomics employ high-throughput technologies to identify the complete catalog of somatic alterations that characterize the genome, transcriptome and epigenome of cohorts of tumor samples. Discover the latest preprints here.

This feed focuses on Type 2 Diabetes, a disease where the body doesn’t produce or respond to insulin anymore, leading to abnormal glucose levels in the blood.

This feed focuses on preprints of projection neurons in the brain which are responsible for synthesis and release of the neurotransmitter dopamine.

Tissue engineering is an interdisciplinary field that aims to create, repair, and/or replace tissues and organs by using biomaterial scaffolds, growth factors, stem cells, and genetic engineering. Discover the latest preprints on tissue engineering here.

Cancer immunotherapy is an important field of research that is looking at controlling cancer and tumor growth by activating the individuals own immune system. Recent studies have utilized chimeric antigen receptor t-cell therapy, immune checkpoint inhibitors and neoantigen vaccines. Discover the latest preprints on cancer immunotherapy here.

Pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics (pgx) are rapidly growing fields that aim to elucidate the genetic basis for the interindividual differences in drug response. Here is the latest research on pharmacogenetics and pharmacogenomics.

Nanoparticles enable the delivery of substances, including nucleic acids and chemotherapeutic drugs, to a targeted region while sparing healthy tissues, thus overcoming adverse systemic effects of gene therapy or drug delivery. Here is the latest research on nanoparticle delivery.

Proteogenomics is a multi-omics research field that has the aim to efficiently integrate genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics. Here is the latest research on proteogenomics.

Genome editing technologies enable the editing of genes to create or correct mutations. Clustered regularly interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR) are DNA sequences in the genome that are recognized and cleaved by CRISPR-associated proteins (Cas). Here is the latest research on the use of CRISPR-Cas system in gene editing.

Mammalian cells & synthetic biology describes the recent advancements in mammalian synthetic biology where new technologies and tools are developed to programm and probe mammalian cell behaviours that can lead to potential therapeutic applications. Discover the latest research on mammalian cells and synthetic biology here.

Genome surgery using CRISPR genomic techniques offer the potential to correct disease-causing mutations in many neuronal disorders. Here are the latest discoveries pertaining to genome surgery and neuronal disorders.

Recently, cerebral organoids derived from induced pluripotent stem (ips) cells have illuminated early developmental events altered by disease processes, and may be a promising avenue for future therapies in neurodegenerative disorders. Here is the latest research on Organoids & Neurodegeneration.

Tissue engineering aims to create, repair, and/or replace tissues and organs by using biomaterial scaffolds, growth factors, stem cells, and genetic engineering. Here is the latest research on biomaterial scaffolds that can be used for tissue therapy.

This feed focuses on novel advances in medical devices used to manage type I diabetes, such as an artificial pancreas and insulin pumps.

Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) is one of the major techniques used to detect of chromosomal aberrations. Here is the latest research.

Metabolomics refers to the large-scale study of profiling all metabolites in biological systems in a non-targeted manner. Here is the latest research.

Adult stem cells have been extensively studied for tissue repair and regeneration. Discover the latest research on stem cell tissue repair here.

Circulating free DNA (cfDNA) are degraded DNA fragments released to the blood plasma. cfDNA has been shown to be a useful biomarker for a multitude of ailments other than cancer and fetal medicine. Here is the latest research on Circulating free DNA (cfDNA) sequencing.

Non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) are RNA molecules that do not code for protein, but can have functional roles in regulating gene expression at the transcriptional and post-transcriptional level. Discover the latest research on the role of ncRNAs in Health and Disease.

Glycomics, the study of glycans and glycan-binding proteins in various biological systems, is an emerging field in the postgenome and postproteomics era. Here is the latest research.

MicroRNAs (miRNAs) are small non-coding RNAs that regulate gene expression through inhibition of protein translation or by degradation of specific transcripts. miRNAs can regulate cardiovascular health, and be potential biomarkers or targets in cardiovascular disease. Discover the latest research on miRNAs in Cardiovascular Biology here.

Cancer immunotherapy is an important field of research that is looking at controlling cancer and tumor growth by activating the individuals own immune system. Recent studies have utilized chimeric antigen receptor t-cell therapy, immune checkpoint inhibitors and neoantigen vaccines. Discover the latest research on cancer immunotherapy here.

Differences in genetic backgrounds pose a limitation to studying and inferring genetic mechanisms of diseases. These limitations can be overcome using induced pluripotent stem cell-derived isogenic models of diseases. Here is the latest research.

Imaging techniques, including CT and MR, have become essential to tumor detection, diagnosis, and monitoring. Here is the latest research on cancer imaging.

The Developmental Human Cell Atlas Network aims to profile the various cell types and differentiation programs involved in development. Find the latest research from the Developmental Human Cell Atlas Network here.

The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine involves cross-disciplinary research groups including laboratory, clinical, population and social sciences, all working to address major public and global health challenges. Their research contributes to health policy and practice in the UK and around the world. Follow this feed to stay up to date on work published by this institute.

The International Cancer Genomics Consortium (ICGC) was established to investigate the genomic changes present in many forms of cancer. Follow this feed to stay up to date on research from this institute.

The International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC) was founded with the goal of mapping the genome of 25,000 primary untreated cancers. The ICGC has also pushed for the global sharing of genomic data to facilitate cancer research. Find the latest research from the ICGC here.

The University Department of Paediatrics is part of the School of Clinical Medicine, at the University of Cambridge, and is located on the Addenbrooke’s Hospital site. The Department of Paediatrics is involved in teaching, research and clinical practice and is an internationally recognised centre for research in child health and development. Here is the latest research on researchers in the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Cambridge.

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) supports research focusing on genomics related human health and disease. To stay updated on research published by NHGRI follow this feed.

The Allen Institute for Brain Science Network is a not-for-profit biomedical research organization that provides open access to multiple neuroscience tools and resources. Find the latest research from tjr Allen Institute for Brain Science Network here.

The Chan-Zuckerberg Biohub aims to support the fundamental research and develop the technologies that will enable physicians to cure, prevent, or manage all diseases in our childrens' lifetimes. The CZ Biohub brings together researchers from UC Berkeley, Stanford, and UCSF. Find the latest research from the CZ Biohub researcher network here.

The Immunological Genome Project (ImmGen) aims to build a gene expression database for murine immune cells. This will allow for the computational reconstruction of genetic regulatory networks across the immune system. Follow the latest research from ImmGen researchers here.

European Bioinformatics Institute focuses both on data resource development and investigator-driven research in the field of bioinformatics. Follow this feed to stay up to date on research by this institute.

The KEMRI-Wellcome Institute - Researcher Network was formed through a partnership between Kenya Medical Research Institute formed a partnership with the Welcome Trust and the University of Oxford. Their major research themes are Clinical Research, Population health, Health Systems, Genomics and infectious disease transmission and Vaccines. Follow this feed to stay up to date on work published by this institute.

Institute for Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, at Stanford University was established in 2002 with the goal of discovering how the stem cells are created regulated, how they differentiate, and ultimately translate this knowledge into new medical therapies. Follow this feed to stay up to date on research published by the members of this institute.

The Trans-NIH Pediatric Research Consortium coordinates the pediatric research programs funded by NIH to promote collaboration, explore gaps and opportunities in the NIH pediatric research portfolio. Follow this feed to stay up to date on publications from this institute.

The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) research institution focusing on the fundamental understanding of basic biological processes in model organisms. Follow this feed to stay updated on research from the members of this institute.

Find the latest research from the Stanford Medicine Department of Genetics here.

Yale Stem Cell Center (YSCC) focuses on understanding how stem cells function, what causes them to multiply and how they can be induced to differentiate into different lineages. Follow this feed to stay up to date on work published by this group of researchers.

The Neurodegeneration Challenge Network aims to provide funding for and to bring together researchers studying neurodegenerative diseases. Find the latest research from the NDCN grantees here.

The Eli and Edythe L. Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard was launched to gain a better understanding of human health and disease through genomics. Find the latest research from the Broad Institute here.

Autism spectrum disorder is associated with challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and often accompanied by sensory sensitivities and medical issues. Here is the latest research.

Marfan syndrome is an autosomal dominant disorder of connective tissue with abnormal features in the heart, the eye, and the skeleton. It is associated with mutations in the gene encoding fibrillin, a major element of extracellular microfibrils of connective tissue. Discover the latest research on Marfan syndrome here.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as motor neuron disease, is associated with the death of neurons that control voluntary muscles. Discover the latest research on ALS here.

Cockayne syndrome is a rare multisystem autosomal recessive disorder characterized by severe photosensitive genodermatosis that is associated with premature aging caused by defects in the UV-induced DNA damage repair system. Here is the latest research.

Tetralogy of Fallot is a congenital heart defect with an unknown cause which is typically treated by open heart surgery in the first year of life. Symptoms include bluish skin colour, heart murmur, and finger clubbing. Here is the latest research.

Multiple Myeloma is a cancer of the plasma cells, which normally is involved in antibody production. Discover the latest research on Multiple Myeloma here.

Cystic fibrosis is an autosomal recessive disease, which is the result of a genetic defect in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (cftr) gene. Here is the latest research on this disease

Hodgkin disease or Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of lymphoma that affects the lymph system. Here is the latest research on Hodgkin disease.

Huntington disease is a hereditary neurodegenerative disease characterized by poor coordination and involuntary body movements. Discover the latest research on Huntington disease here.

Rett syndrome is a severe neurological disorder caused by mutations in the X-linked gene methyl-CpG-binding protein 2. Discover the latest research on Rett syndrome here.

Turner syndrome is a syndrome of defective gonadal development in phenotypic females associated with the karyotype 45,X (or 45,XO). Patients generally are of short stature with undifferentiated gonads (streak gonads), sexual infantilism, hypogonadism, webbing of the neck, cubitus valgus, elevated gonadotropins, decreased estradiol level in blood, and congenital heart defects. Discover the latest research on Turner syndrome here.

Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) is a rare neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, gait, balance, and speech. Discover the latest research on PSP here.

Retinitis Pigmentosa is a hereditary, progressive degeneration of the retina due to death of rod photoreceptors initially and subsequent death of cone photoreceptors. It is characterized by deposition of pigment in the retina.Discover the latest research on retinitis pigmentosa here.

Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM) is a tumor that develops from astrocytes and oligodendrocytes. Here is the latest research on mechanisms that underlie GBM and associated therapeutic approaches.

Neurofibromatosis 1 (NF1), also known as von Recklinghausen disease, is an autosomal dominant condition caused by mutations in the NF1 gene. Here is the latest research.

Prader-Willi Syndrome (PWS) is a genetic disorder caused due to the absent expression of a set of genes on chromosome 15. Here is the latest research on this complex multisystem disorder.

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease is a fatal neurodegenerative disease caused due to aggregation and accumulation of misfolded prion proteins. Here are the latest discoveries pertaining to this disease.

Torsion dystonia is a movement disorder characterized by loss of control of voluntary movements appearing as sustained muscle contractions and/or abnormal postures. Here is the latest research.

Castleman disease is rare lymphoproliferative disorder unicentric (localized) or multicentric (systemic). Discover the latest research here.

The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) is a peer-reviewed medical journal published by the American Medical Association. Here are the latest research papers from JAMA.

Discover the latest cardiology research in this collection of the top cardiology journals.

Cell is a scientific journal publishing research across a broad range of disciplines within the life sciences field. Discover the latest research from Cell here.

The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) is a medical journal published by the Massachusetts Medical Society. Discover the latest research from NEJM here.

Discover the latest reviews in neuroscience research in this collection of the top neuroscience review journals.

Science Magazine is a peer-reviewed academic journal of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Find the latest research from Science here.

PLOS Biology is a peer-reviewed journal covering in the field of biology and published by the Public Library of Science. Find the latest research from PLOS Biology here.

Discover the latest diabetes research published by the journals from the American Diabetes Association.

The Lancet is a peer-reviewed general medical journal published by Elsevier. Discover the latest research from the Lancet here.

Nature is the world's leading multidisciplinary science journal. Discover the latest research from Nature here.

Discover the latest neuroscienceresearch in this collection of the top neuroscience journals.

The Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) is a peer-reviewed multidisciplinary scientific journal. Here are the latest research papers from PNAS.

Discover the latest respiratory research published by the journals from the American Thoracic Society.

eLife is a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal for the biomedical and life sciences. Find the latest research from eLife here.

Discover the latest medical research in this collection of the top medical journals.

Discover the latest genomics research in this collection of the top open access genomics journals.

PLOS Medicine is a peer-reviewed journal covering medical sciences and published by the Public Library of Science. Discover the latest research from PLOS Medicine here.

The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB) includes the Journal of Biological Chemistry, Molecular & Cellular Proteomics, and the Journal of Lipid Research. Discover the latest research from ASBMB here.

Discover the latest infectious disease research in this collection of the top infectious disease journals.

TAR DNA binding protein (TDP43) is a DNA and RNA binding protein that is implicated in several neurodegenerative disorders known as “TDP43 proteinopathies" including Alzheimer's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and frontotemporal lobe dementia. Here is the latest research.

Amyloid beta is neurotoxic and a major component of plaques in Alzheimer’s disease. Accumulation induces neurotoxic effects including oxidative damage and mitochondrial dysfunction. Breakdown of amyloid is important to prevent the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Here is the latest research on amyloid beta deposition and degradation.

Huntington’s disease (HD) is a hereditary neurodegenerative disease caused by mutations in the HTT gene which encodes the huntingtin protein. HD is characterized by poor coordination and involuntary body movements. Here is the latest research on the structure and function of huntingtin.

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a chronic neurodegenerative disease associated with accumulation of amyloid plaques, which are comprised of amyloid beta. Here is the latest research in this field.

Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD)is a rare, neurodegenerative disease of the cerebral cortex and the basal ganglia, characterized by movement disorders. Discover the latest research on CBD here.

Protein misfolding is the primary cause of several neurodegenerative disease, including Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Here is the latest research.

Alzheimer's disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disease which can be studied using various experimental systems. This feed focuses on animal models used for Alzheimer's disease research.

Frontotemporal lobar degeneration or frontotemporal dementia refers to a group of uncommon disorders that occur as a result of progressive nerve cell loss in the frontal and temporal lobes of the brain. Here is the latest research.

Alzheimer's disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disease. This feed focuses on early markers, as well as environmental, pharmacological, and drug-response biomarkers associated with this disease.

This feed focuses on the C9orf72 protein and its possible role in lysosome function and implication in frontotemporal dementia and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Tau Aggregation is an important characteristic in some neurodegenerative disorders, including Alzheimer’s Disease. Discover the latest research using genomics to understand Tau Aggregation.

Tau mutations in frontotemporal dementia and parkinsonism linked to chromosome 17 (ftdp-17) are associated with changes in alternative RNA splicing. Here is the latest research on RNA & Tau in Frontotemporal Dementia.

Alzheimer's disease is a chronic neurodegenerative disease. This feed focuses on the underlying role of Tau proteins and TAR DNA-binding protein 43, as well as other genetic factors, in Alzheimer's.

Prions are misfolded proteins which characterize several fatal neurodegenerative diseases. Distinct prion strains are associated with different prion protein conformations and glycosylation patterns and associate with disease progression and severity. Here is the latest research on strain diversity and neurotoxicity in prion diseases.

Tau and alpha-synuclein are proteins that form aggregates which characterize various neurodegenerative disorders including Parkinson’s disease. This feed focuses on the reaction of T lymphocytes in response to tau and alpha-synuclein.

Tau and alpha-synuclein are proteins that form aggregates which characterize various neurodegenerative disorders including Parkinson’s disease. This feed focuses on the reaction of T lymphocytes in response to tau and alpha-synuclein.

Alpha-synuclein is an integral component of Lewy bodies which are comprised of protein clumps and are a pathological hallmark of Parkinson’s disease. Here is the latest research.

Alpha-synuclein is an integral component of Lewy bodies which are comprised of protein clumps and are a pathological hallmark of Parkinson’s disease. Here is the latest research.

RNA regulation involves several mechanisms that are used by cells to decreases or increase the production of RNA. Issues with RNA regulation are associated with Alzheimer's Disease (AD). Here are the latest discoveries pertaining to RNA regulation and this disease.