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Shaena Montanari

Shaena Montanari

Verified

Neuroscience Reporter, The Transmitter

New York

Biography

Freelance science writer. Contributor at Forbes. Research scientist. Interested in natural science, geology, biology, paleontology, conservation, climate change, and biodiversity.

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Total articles 628

  • Plaque levels in Alzheimer’s mouse model depend on pedigree

    By Shaena Montanari Verified, Caitlin James, Elizabeth Repasky, Sandra Sexton| The Transmitter Verified Reporter The Transmitter Share this article: Tags: Methods, Alzheimer’s disease, Amyloid beta, Animal models, animal research, models, neurodegenerative disease Transgenic mice typically help to standardize disease research, but not in the case of a common model of familial Alzheimer’s disease: The amount of amyloid beta plaque in 5XFAD mice—so named for the five familial Alzheimer’s disease variants they carry—varies depending on how they are bred, according to a study published 20 January...

    By Shaena Montanari Verified, Caitlin James, Elizabeth Repasky, Sandra Sexton · The Transmitter

    Feb. 04, 2025

  • Digitization of ‘breathtaking’ neuroanatomy slide collection offers untapped research gold mine

    By Shaena Montanari Verified, Claudia Lopez Lloreda Verified| The Transmitter Verified ReporterThe Transmitter Share this article: Tags: Evolution, Methods, Neuroanatomy For evolutionary neuroanatomists who compare diverse animal brains, access to a gold mine of 500,000 histological sections and whole mounts is now only a mouse-click away. The R.

    By Shaena Montanari Verified, Claudia Lopez Lloreda Verified · The Transmitter

    Jan. 22, 2025

  • X marks the spot in search for autism variants

    By Holly Barker, Jill Adams, Shaena Montanari Verified, John N. Constantino| The Transmitter Verified Previously unrecognized genetic changes on the X chromosome of autistic people could explain the higher prevalence of the condition among men and boys than among women and girls, according to two new studies. About 60 variants are more common in people with autism than in those without the condition, an analysis of roughly 15,000 X chromosomes revealed. Several of the variants are in Xp22.11, a region of the X chromosome linked to autism in boys and men.

    By Holly Barker, Jill Adams, Shaena Montanari Verified, John N. Constantino · The Transmitter

    Jan. 16, 2025

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The Transmitter

The Transmitter is a resource dedicated to the neuroscience community in the United States. It employs between 11 and 50 people and aims to support scientists at all career stages. The organization provides current information, fosters connections, and advances neuroscience research. The Transmitter offers a continuous stream of up-to-date news, analysis, and insights related to neuroscience. Content is produced by a mix of journalists and scientists, ensuring accuracy and relevance. The platform serves as a bridge across various neuroscience disciplines, helping researchers stay informed about the latest developments and tools in the field. Its primary audience includes neuroscience researchers, scientists, and professionals seeking to stay current with scientific advancements and build professional networks.

New York, New York, United States

Founded: 2008