The 2019 Blavatnik Regional Awards honored three young scientists for their innovative research. Laura Duvall discovered molecules that inhibit mosquito feeding habits, while Carla Nasca identified a protein that perpetuates tumor growth. Additionally, Derya Akkaynak made significant breakthroughs in computer vision and underwater imag...
The 2019 Blavatnik National Laureates are Heather J. Lynch from Stony Brook University, a theoretical physicist from University of Colorado Boulder, and a chemical biologist from Harvard University. They were recognized for their innovative work in predicting penguin colony population growth and collapse due to climate change.
The winners of the 2018 Blavatnik National Awards are Janelle Ayres (immunology), Sergei V. Kalinin (nanomaterials), and Neal K. Devaraj (artificial cells). Their research has the potential to revolutionize fields like anti-microbial resistance, nanotechnology, and synthetic biology.
Three winners of the 2015 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists are recognized for their pioneering work in neuroscience, sustainable energy, and wireless networks. Dr. Christopher Chang, a chemist, has made discoveries in both fields, while Dr. Edward Chang, a neurosurgeon, mapped the neural code for human language processing...
A new class of CGRP monoclonal antibodies is showing significant promise in treating high-frequency episodic migraine and chronic migraine. The drugs have been shown to reduce elevated levels of calcitonin gene-related peptide, a key driver of migraine pain.
A new study found that chronic migraine significantly impacts family relationships and activities, causing feelings of guilt, anger, and annoyance towards family members. Chronic migraine is also linked to reduced quality time with partners and children, cancelled vacation plans, and avoidance of sexual intimacy.
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation and Society for Science & the Public announced winners of the Science, Play and Research Kit (SPARK) Competition. A microfluidics 'lab on a chip' prototype developed by Manu Prakash and George Korir took first prize, while Robijanto Soetedjo's toy set that explores electrical signals won second pri...
Drs. Yueming Li and Lennart Mucke have made significant contributions to understanding Alzheimer's disease mechanisms, identifying underlying processes that impair cognitive functions. Their work has led to promising new directions for treatment, including targeting gamma-secretase activity and modulating protein interactions.
The American Headache Society is focusing on traumatic brain injury in its scientific conference, with experts discussing earlier detection, prompt treatment, and prevention. The conference aims to raise awareness of the issue and reduce long-term consequences for affected individuals.
A new study by the Max Planck Florida Institute found that changes in sensory experience can cause massive rewiring of the brain's connections, even in older adults. This rewiring involves fibers supplying the primary input to the cerebral cortex, a key area for sensory perception and cognition.
The MetLife Foundation Awards for Medical Research in Alzheimer's Disease recognize novel approaches to understanding and treating the disease. The winners, Dr. Clifford Jack Jr., Dr. Christine Van Broeckhoven, and Dr. Randall Bateman, have made significant discoveries that clarify our understanding of Alzheimer's disease.
Dr. Samuel Young receives grant to develop critical technology for researching potential therapies targeting LRRK2, a key Parkinson's-related gene. The technology aims to overcome challenges in expressing the gene using commonly used neuroscience research tools.
Researchers at the Max Planck Florida Institute created the first realistic 3D reconstruction of a thalamocortical column in the rodent brain. This achievement marks a significant milestone toward developing a complete computer model of the brain, which may lead to a deeper understanding of neurological and psychiatric disorders.