Serine racemase upregulation improves learning and synaptic function
“The results from this study support the beneficial effects of the D-serine pathway involvement in NMDAR-mediated transmission and cognitive function ”Credit: 2023 Yegla et al....
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David Papworth honored with ACM Breakthrough in Computing Award for pioneering contributions to microprocessors
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Image generation AI for predicting the deformation of splashing drops
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Rock, paper, scissors: searching for stronger nonlocality using quantum computers
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Novel nanocages for delivery of small interfering RNAs
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Quantifying climate conditions for the formation of coals and evaporites
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Long-distance quantum teleportation enabled by multiplexed quantum memories
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UVA launches ambitious effort to reduce health disparities
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Nebraska-led study first to define anxiety spiraling from national election
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Perspective on oligomeric products from lignin depolymerization: their generation, identification, and further valorization
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‘Antibiotic culture’ permeates US hospital ICUs
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