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Magnetic Control of Brain Cells: A Step Forward in Neuromodulation

The introduction of magnetogenetics provides a noninvasive technique to modulate brain circuits, paving the way for innovative therapies in neuromodulation.

18 Oct 2024

New Cold-Sensing Protein Discovery Could Revolutionize Pain Management

The only available treatments for millions of people with chronic pain worldwide frequently involve the use of opioids, which pose the risk of addiction and overdose.

24 Jun 2024

TAM-Sense Offers Painless Imaging of Tumor Inflammation

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded two new grants totaling $6.7 million to researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine.

2 Apr 2024

Analyzing the Complex Sequence of Events Involved in Beta-Arrestin Interactions

Proteins that work like air traffic controllers, controlling the flow of signals in and out of human cells, have been examined in unparalleled detail for the first time using modern microscope techniques.

5 May 2023

Neural circuit coordinates breathing with negative emotions, says study

Recently, a group of Salk scientists unraveled a neural network in the brain that coordinates breathing rhythm with feelings of fear and pain.

21 Dec 2021

Noramco Announces Submission of Drug Master File for Lisdexamfetamine Dimesylate ─ Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

Leading Producer of Controlled Substance APIs Now Supplying Lisdex API to Generic Drug Manufacturers Preparing for the 2023 Patent Expiry of Top-Selling Branded ADHD Therapy

3 Dec 2021

Novel peptide could allow cannabis to relieve pain while avoiding side effects

Many people live with chronic pain, and in some cases, cannabis can provide relief. But the drug also can significantly impact memory and other cognitive functions.

13 May 2021

Researchers identify potential genetic target for treating painful, invasive form of endometriosis

Michigan State University researchers have identified a potential genetic target for treating an especially painful and invasive form of endometriosis.

12 Nov 2020

New molecular imaging method can identify the location of pain generators

A new molecular imaging approach utilizing 18F-FDG positron emission tomography (PET) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can precisely identify the location of pain generators in chronic pain sufferers, often precipitating a new management plan for patients.

14 Jul 2020

Less addictive opioid may have the ability to slow progression of osteoarthritis

A novel preclinical study by Keck Medicine of USC researchers, published in Arthritis & Rheumatology, reveals that a potential new opioid medication may have the ability to slow the progression of osteoarthritis while being less addictive than commonly prescribed opioid drugs.

14 Jul 2020