The disruption of axons—the thread-like part of nerve cells that transmits electrical signals—is associated with Alzheimer's disease. One way axonal function may be hindered is through damage to the ...

Most cell signals are chemical in nature. For example, prokaryotic organisms have sensors that detect nutrients and help them ...

Researchers at the NYU Pain Research Center have found a new receptor for nerve growth factor that plays an important role in pain signaling, even though it does not signal on its own, according to a ...

Wistar Institute researchers found that the neurotransmitter neuromedin U suppresses T cell infiltration at the earliest ...

Chronic nerve pain can be difficult to treat. Unlike pain caused by a temporary injury, neuropathic pain can continue for months or even years after the original nerve damage has occurred. For many ...

Diabetes affects millions worldwide, causing both nerve and metabolic complications. A recent study suggests that diabetic nerve damage may also lead to impaired bone health. Using a mouse model of ...

Rare condition leaves Singapore teen with congenital hypomyelinating neuropathy and no protective nerve covering, slowing ...

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Using microelectrodes, scientists could show that cells in the retina play different roles. The produce different signals, which is important for the processing of visual information. These ...

Waking up in the middle of the night to discover your hand has turned completely numb, limp, or prickling with "pins and ...

Researchers have found a new receptor for nerve growth factor that plays an important role in pain signaling, even though it does not signal on its own, according to a new study. The findings hold ...