Scientists Might Know Why You Feel Loopy After an All-Nighter

Scientists Might Know Why You Feel Loopy After an All-Nighter

Northwestern University scientists may have figured out why pulling an all-nighter can leave us feeling loopy and downright giddy for days after. In a new study out this week, the researchers found that acute sleep deprivation in mice can trigger a rapid release of dopamine within the brain and boost its plasticity, temporarily creating hyperactive … Read more

Could CaMKK2 enzyme be the key to treating bipolar disorder?

Could CaMKK2 enzyme be the key to treating bipolar disorder?

A recent review published in the journal Molecular Psychiatry explores the calcium-calmodulin-dependent protein kinase kinase-2 (CaMKK2) signaling pathway as a contributor to bipolar disorder pathogenesis and key treatment target. By targeting this protein-coding enzyme, CaMKK2, which is associated with many neuronal and metabolic processes, scientists may be able to develop new treatment strategies for bipolar disorder. … Read more