Newborn neurons in the adult hippocampus may help form new memories. If so, might neurogenesis play a role in neurological disorders and adult mental retardation? New research into Fragile X syndrome suggests so. This disorder …
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Xinyu Zhao, PhD, develops “green” mouse model for Rett Syndrome
The majority of individuals with Rett syndrome are female and are considered genetically ‘mosaic’ due to random inactivation of the X-chromosome (XCI) which occurs in around half of all their cells.
Lingjun Li honored with Romnes award
Lingjun Li, PhD, associate professor of pharmaceutical sciences, is one of thirteen tenured faculty honored with Romnes awards.
Craig Berridge receives Kellet Mid-Career Awards
Craig Berridge, PhD, professor of psychology, is one of eleven tenured faculty to received Kellet Mid-Career Awards.
Waisman director honored with Hilldale Award
Marsha Mailick Seltzer, PhD, Waisman Center director and Vaughan Bascom and Elizabeth M. Boggs Professor, is among four faculty to receive this year’s Hilldale Award—the University’s most prestigious honor for faculty members.
Hei comments on adult stem cell research
Derek Hei, PhD, director of Waisman Biomanufacturing was quoted extensively in the January 20th issue of the Isthmus.
Research by Marsha Mailick Seltzer cited in Autism Speaks 2010 year in review
The research of Marsha Mailick Seltzer, PhD, was recently cited by Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer Geri Dawson, Ph.D., as part of a review of major scientific advances in autism research in 2010.
Research including Andy Alexander, shows autism MRI test may detect disorder quicker in high-functioning patients
Scientists using diffusion tensor imaging have been able to identify individuals with autism 94% of the time
Seth Pollak, PhD, discusses how childhood environment can shape the human brain on “Office Hours”
How does childhood environment shape the human brain? Can caregiver abuse and neglect – as well as nurturing – promote behaviors and reaction patterns that last a lifetime?
CURE’s Susan Axelrod talks about her visit to the Waisman Center
Susan Axelrod is Chair and founding member of Citizens United for Research in Epilepsy (CURE).