A genetic predisposition to Parkinson’s disease makes neurons more vulnerable to the toxicity of heavy metals such as copper.

New findings suggest a previously unrecognized role for the Sox10 transcription factor in Hirschsprung’s disease, and may lead to improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for this disease.

New studies explain how T-cell receptors use force to recognize and protect us against pathogens.

Although heteromeric dopamine receptors composed of both D1 and D2 subunits have been proposed to play a role in depression and schizophrenia, recent studies suggest these heteromers do not exist.

New findings explain why variation in a particular gene is the most important determinant of fasting blood glucose levels in humans.

Alterations of the vestibular system - the part of our inner ear that controls balance - may contribute to bone loss related to both aging and space travel.

Patients with orthostatic intolerance – problems when standing – have cognitive changes, even when seated, compared to healthy individuals.