Brain Cell Genetics Illuminate Alzheimer’s Disease Pathways

Summary: Researchers made a significant advance in understanding Alzheimer’s disease (AD) by pinpointing how specific brain cells contribute to different stages of the disease. Employing single nucleus RNA sequencing, they…

A llama-inspired way to protect crops

Peptide PACAP’s Key Role in Alcohol Addiction

Summary: Alcohol, the world’s most common addictive substance, leads to $249 billion in annual costs and 88,000 deaths in the U.S. Alcohol use disorder affects millions but is under-treated. Researchers…

Pesticides and Food: It’s not a black or white issue — Has pesticide use decreased since the introduction of GMO crops?

RNA’s Pivotal Role in Fear Memory and PTSD Treatment

Summary: Researchers have revealed a groundbreaking role of RNA in fear-related learning and memory. Their study shows how noncoding RNA Gas5 influences neuronal excitability, impacting learning and memory processes. Another…

GLP podcast/video: Elon killed Twitter? EWG’s latest pesticide scare; RFK, Jr. vs ‘Big Pharma’

Viewpoint: Here’s how zealous environmental groups dupe politicians about the ‘widespread dangers’ of many safe and effective pesticides

Glyphosate reauthorized for 10 years by divided EU

100,000 Americans, mostly Black, are victims of sickle cell anemia. CRISPR is on the cusp of treating it

Disaster interrupted: Which farming system better preserves insect populations: Organic or conventional?