Large, highly likely rewards can increase motivation in individuals who have recovered from depression
Professor Diego A. Pizzagalli is lead investigator for this study.
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Neurobiology and Behavior, News, Press Release, Research
Study Finds Brain-Based Markers Could Help Personalize Depression Treatment
Irvine, Calif., April 23, 2025 — Finding the right antidepressant treatment can be a frustrating, time-consuming process — one that often requires individuals to
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, News, Press Release, Research
UC Irvine Team Maps Viral Spread in the Gut Microbiome at Single-Particle Resolution
Irvine, Calif., April 18, 2025 — In a world where gut health is increasingly linked to everything from mental well-being to chronic disease, scientists
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Matters Microbial #73: Seeing the Microbiome
Dr. Travis Wiles, Assistant Professor of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at the University of California, Irvine, joins the #QualityQuorum to discuss the work he and his research group have done to visualize the changing dynamics of the gut microbiome—including bacteriophages residing there.
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The Hidden Architects of Evolution How “Jumping Genes” Shape Genetic Diversity
Irvine, Calif., March 24, 2025 — Why do genetic recombination rates — the process that reshuffles DNA during reproduction — vary so widely between
Molecular Biology and Biochemistry, News, Research
Boosting the Body’s Defense: How Unlocking T-Cell Potential Could Transform Treatment for Chronic Infections
In the battle against persistent viruses like HIV and hepatitis, our immune system faces a major obstacle — T-cell exhaustion. Over time, these vital
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New NIH Grant Boosts Cutting-Edge Immune System Research at the Dunlop School
Assistant Professor Benjamin Morehouse of the Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences has received a prestigious grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Developmental and Cell Biology, News, Research
UC Irvine-led discovery of new skeletal tissue advances regenerative medicine potential
An international research team led by the University of California, Irvine has discovered a new type of skeletal tissue that offers great potential for advancing regenerative medicine and tissue engineering.
Developmental and Cell Biology, News, Research
UC Irvine Scientist’s Breakthrough Study Reveals New Hope for Hair Loss Treatment
The UC Irvine Charlie Dunlop School of Biological Sciences proudly celebrates a major milestone achieved by Professor Maksim Plikus, a faculty member whose research