Posts Tagged ‘sex differences’
Newly Discovered Sex Differences in the Expression of Thousands of Genes in the Cerebral Cortex
A new study, based on RNA sequencing of single nuclei, could pave the way towards a better understanding of why certain neurological conditions, including migraine, are more common in one sex versus the other.
Read MoreSex and female-cycle differences in the expression of the CGRP and amylin family of peptides and receptors in the rat trigeminovascular system
Editor’s note: The research described below comes from a recipient of a 2026 MSC Travel Grant supporting travel to the 11th International CGRP Family Peptides Conference (April 8-10th, 2026, Zurich, Switzerland). These grants reimburse travel expenses for those who have had their abstract for a presentation or poster accepted at a meeting. By Tayla Rees,…
Read MoreMigraine Basic Science Update: Targets, Antagonists, and More
A wide range of animal studies during the first half of 2025 point to promising new directions for the field.
Read MoreSex Differences in Migraine and Pain: A Podcast with Frank Porreca
In this MSC podcast, Dr. Porreca discusses his career path, some of his recent research on sex differences in migraine and pain, and more.
Read MoreNociceptors Function Differently in Males versus Females – Whether in Mice, Monkeys, or People
A new study in multiple species reveals sex differences in prolactin and orexin B sensitization of nociceptors. The novel finding may help to explain sex differences in the prevalence of many chronic pain disorders – and migraine, too.
Read MoreSex Differences in CGRP-Targeted Therapies
A new post-hoc analysis of FDA reviews shows a significant sex difference in the effectiveness of gepants for acute migraine therapy.
Read More“Women Can Get Cluster Headache Too”
The largest study so far of sex differences in cluster headache reports that more women than men experienced the chronic form of this condition, as well as longer bouts.
Read MoreHeadache Disorders in Veterans: A Big Problem
Two recent studies highlight the impact of headache and migraine in US veterans, with a focus on gender differences and other factors.
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