University of Michigan

New Tool Maps Brain Signals with Unprecedented Clarity

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: Researchers developed an innovative chemical tool to explore how signals like dopamine and epinephrine interact with neurons via G protein-coupled receptors ...

Childhood Trauma Impacts Muscle Function in Later Life

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: Adverse childhood experiences can detrimentally affect muscle function in older adults by impairing mitochondrial activity necessary for energy production. The study ...

Paints and Pesticides Linked to ALS Risk

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: A new study reveals a possible link between storing chemicals in home garages and an increased risk of developing amyotrophic lateral ...

Unlocking the Chill: Protein Behind Cold Sensation Found

Science
Dr. Thomas Hughes

Summary: Researchers identified GluK2 as the key protein that enables mammals to sense cold temperatures. This discovery, building on earlier work with ...

Stem Cells Model of Early Human Central Nervous System Created

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: Researchers have developed the first stem cell culture method that accurately models the early stages of the human central nervous system ...

Music’s Healing Rhythms Resonate with Older Adults

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: A new study reveals that nearly all older adults find more than entertainment in music, with significant health-related benefits such as ...

Diminished Genetic Resilience in Pandemic-Era Depression Spike

Health
Sarah Carter

Summary: Researchers found that the pandemic doubled the incidence of clinical depression among first-year college students, affecting one-third of the cohort. Even ...