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Researchers in Japan have identified lower levels of a critical lipid in the brains of people with schizophrenia, which could lead to new treatments for the brain disorder.Share on PinterestResearchers have found that levels of a critical lipid are lower in the brains of people with schizophrenia.Schizophrenia is a mental illness that can profoundly change…

Researchers have identified a mutation in the genetic code of SARS-CoV-2 that mirrors changes scientists saw in the 2003 SARS outbreak.Share on PinterestA newly discovered mutation in SARS-CoV-2 sheds some light on how the current outbreak might evolve.SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that causes the illness COVID-19. In the mutation, 81 letters in the virus’s genome…

Last week saw three studies with seemingly contradictory results about the antiviral drug remdesivir, culminating in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granting Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). What happened, exactly?Share on PinterestDoctors in the United States can now use the antiviral drug remdesivir to treat severe COVID-19.Until last weekend, treatment for COVID-19 was primarily experimental.…

Research in animal models suggests rebalancing early brain inflammation may slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.Share on PinterestRebalancing early brain inflammation may slow down Alzheimer’s, research suggests.The new study was on the agenda of the American Association for Anatomy (AAA) annual meeting prior to its cancellation because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The research makes clear…

Restrictive measures aimed at curbing the new coronavirus pandemic have changed the lives of people all over the world in drastic ways. For this Special Feature, we have asked readers and contributors to share their best coping strategies.Share on PinterestWhat do people do to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and restrictive measures? In this Special…