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Myotonic Muscle Activity Drives a Persistent Pain State Responsive to NaV1.8-directed Analgesics

September 8, 2026
J Clin Invest. 2026 Sep 8:e198055. doi: 10.1172/JCI198055. Online ahead of print.ABSTRACTPain is a common and disabling feature of myotonic disorders, yet its biological basis remains poorly understood and no targeted analgesic therapies currently exist. Here, we demonstrate that skeletal muscle hyperexcitability is sufficient to initiate a persistent pain state independent of inflammation, nerve

New NIH Authorities to Strengthen Accountability in Hostile Work Environment Investigations

September 9, 2026
Research environments free from harassment, bullying, retaliation, and other hostile working conditions are fundamental to the conduct of NIH-supported biomedical studies.  These conditions enable trainees, staff, and collaborators to work effectively while preserving scientific integrity, protecting the biomedical research workforce, and ensuring the responsible stewardship of public funds. Accor