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Javits Award
2013
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Ras Proteins in Nerve Tumorigenesis
Dr. Ratner has…
… pathways in the pathogenesis of neurodegeneration and to uncover novel targets for therapeutic development. … to neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease (PD) and related synucleinopathies. For this project, he leverages … for treatment of PD as well as other neurodegenerative disorders. … …
… neuronal activity. By studying the pharmacological and functional profiles of distinct types and combinations of mGluRs, Dr. Conn hopes to develop ways to … such as Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders. … …
… laboratory is on uncovering the mechanisms of synapse and circuit plasticity that permit new behaviors to be learned and refined. They are interested in the developmental and … these processes may contribute to human neuropsychiatric disorders. Trainees highlighted Dr. Sabatini’s dedicated …
… Research Program Award (R35) 2023 Image Brigham and Women's Hospital , Boston, MA Genetic … neuronal dysfunction and death in common neurodegenerative disorders, including Parkinson’s disease, using a variety of …
… CA Homeostatic stabilization of neural function in health and disease Changes in neural circuits that allow us to learn and adapt are known as neuronal plasticity. While essential … research program, which will aid our understanding of disorders in which homeostatic mechanisms may be impaired, …
… Molecular mechanisms of axon guidance receptor regulation and signaling Dr. Bashaw studies how different types of neurons develop and organize into functional circuits. His research program … will yield important insights into neurodevelopmental disorders and strategies to repair neuronal connections after …
… of Dr. Song's research is on neural stem cell regulation and neurogenesis in the developing and adult mammalian brain. Despite considerable progress, … and may prevent dysregulation in a variety of neural disorders. … …
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What are febrile seizures?
Febrile seizures are seizures or convulsions that occur in young children. They are triggered by fever typically above 101 degrees Fahrenheit (38.3 degrees Celsius). Seizures may happen during illnesses such as a cold, the flu, or an ear infection. In some cases, a child may not have a fever at the time of the seizure but will develop one a few hours later.
Having a febrile seizure does not mean a child has epilepsy. Epilepsy involves repeat seizures that are not triggered by fever. …
Research Program Award (R35)
2020
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University of North Carolina,
Chapel Hill, NC
Dr. Anton examines the cellular and molecular…