Glycine, a non-essential amino acid derived from serine, plays an increasingly recognized role in metabolic regulation.

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A new study by Scripps Research reveals that alcohol dependence disrupts two signaling pathways in a stress-related part of the brain—and offers insights on developing drugs to treat this condition.

The innate immune system serves as the body's first line of defence, rapidly detecting and responding to external pathogens and internal damage. Recent advances in the field have highlighted the ...

Researchers at the forefront of neuroscience have introduced an advanced protein sensor. This remarkable tool, emerging from collaborative efforts by the Allen Institute and Howard Hughes Medical ...

For many of us, few things in life feel as comforting as a warm hug. But aside from signaling that we’re loved and cared for, have you ever wondered about the science behind why hugs make us feel good ...