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Scientists have found that in premature newborns with very low birth weight, salt and water transporters on immature neurons can cause brain tissue to shrink in response to a lack of oxygen, which in turn results in brain bleeding and lifelong neurological damages. A new study by investigators from Massachusetts General Hospital, a founding member

Researchers outline some of the intermediate biological steps that could play into how prenatal cannabis exposure leads to behavioral issues down the line. Scientists are trying to understand how cannabis may affect long term neurodevelopment when people were exposed to it in the womb. Previous work by WashU researchers Sarah Paul and David Baranger in

The study reveals vast differences in gene activity within the mitochondria of males compared to females. This is the first study to test effects of all 37 genes in the mitochondrial genome -- genes that copepods and humans share. The study found that males demonstrate more activity across all protein-coding mitochondrial genes than females. Although

Medication abortion patients who receive pills by mail without first getting an ultrasound do just as well as those who are examined and given the drugs in person, new research has found. Medication abortion patients who receive pills by mail without first getting an ultrasound do just as well as those who are examined and

An unexpectedly versatile and regenerative stem cell in early embryos may be key to creating new effective fertility treatments, suggests a new study in mice. An unexpectedly versatile and regenerative stem cell in early embryos may be key to creating new effective fertility treatments, suggests a new study in mice from the University of Copenhagen.

A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy. A world-first study has found low-dose aspirin may treat flu-induced blood vessel inflammation, creating better blood flow to the placenta during pregnancy. Animal studies examined whether the treatment for preeclampsia could be applied

Scientists have identified a gene which, when missing or impaired, can cause obesity, behavioural problems and, in mothers, postnatal depression. The discovery, reported today in Cell, may have wider implications for the treatment of postnatal depression, with a study in mice suggesting that oxytocin may alleviate symptoms. Scientists have identified a gene which, when missing

A study provides new evidence on the adverse effects of prenatal exposure to ethylene oxide (EO) on fetal development. The results show that increased EO exposure in utero is associated with a reduction in birth weight and head circumference in newborns. A study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a centre supported

That pose significant risks to pregnant women and their unborn babies. This breakthrough research offers a promising outlook for the development of targeted and effective treatments for these infections during pregnancy, ultimately improving maternal and fetal health outcomes

Are targeted for degradation. This discovery has significant implications for understanding and potentially treating microencephaly, as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders. The research sheds light on the importance of NMD in brain development and opens up new possibilities for targeted therapies. This groundbreaking study has the potential to greatly impact the field of developmental biology and advance our understanding of genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodevelopmental disorders

Believe this discovery could lead to new insights into the interplay between maternal immune response and offspring brain development, potentially opening up new avenues for the prevention and treatment of psychiatric conditions. This groundbreaking study sheds light on the complex relationship between maternal health and offspring mental well-being, offering hope for future interventions

A new study. This groundbreaking research sheds light on the importance of environmental factors in shaping fetal development. It highlights the pivotal role of physical cues in the womb in influencing the formation of facial features, challenging the traditional belief in genetics as the sole determining factor. The findings have significant implications for understanding and potentially addressing birth defects and may lead to new avenues for prenatal care and intervention. This study has the potential to revolutionize our understanding of embryonic development and improve medical practices for fetal health