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How myeloid cell replacement could help treat autoimmune encephalomyelitis
Autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS) are disorders of the immune system associated in this case with demyelination of the central nervous system (CNS). The term demyelination describes damage to the layer ...
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New compound from blessed thistle may promote functional nerve regeneration
Researchers from the University of Cologne have found a new use for cnicin, a substance produced in blessed thistle. Their article "Cnicin promotes functional nerve regeneration" features clinical studies and is published ...
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Researchers discover dynamic DNA structures that regulate the formation of memory
An international collaborative research team, including scientists from UQ's Queensland Brain Institute (QBI), has discovered a novel mechanism underlying memory involving rapid changes in a specific DNA structure.
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Researchers discover glial hyper-drive for triggering epileptic seizures
Epilepsy, where patients suffer from unexpected seizures, affects roughly 1% of the population. These seizures often involve repetitive and excessive neuronal firing, and the trigger behind this still poorly understood.
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A new therapeutic target for traumatic brain injury
For the roughly 1.5 million Americans per year who survive a traumatic brain injury, health outcomes vary widely. Not only can these injuries lead to a loss of coordination, depression, impulsivity, and difficulty concentrating, ...
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Managing blood sugar after stroke could be key to improving health
Managing a stroke victim's blood sugar levels after they receive powerful clot-busting drugs might help them survive their health crisis, a new trial finds.
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A common pathway in the brain that enables addictive drugs to hijack natural reward processing identified
Mount Sinai researchers, in collaboration with scientists at The Rockefeller University, have uncovered a mechanism in the brain that allows cocaine and morphine to take over natural reward processing systems. Published online ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Immune cells carry a long-lasting 'memory' of early-life pain
In recent years, a growing body of research has shown that the human body can "remember" the pain of newborn injuries—including life-saving surgeries—all the way into adolescence.
Apr 18, 2024
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Study finds that human neuron signals flow in one direction
Contrary to previous assumptions, nerve cells in the human neocortex are wired differently than in mice. Those are the findings of a new study conducted by Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin and published in the journal ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Scientists identify airway cells that sense aspirated water and acid reflux
When a mouthful of water goes down the wrong pipe—heading toward a healthy person's lungs instead of their gut—they start coughing uncontrollably. That's because their upper airway senses the water and quickly signals ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Environment may influence metacognitive abilities more than genetics
Twin studies have proven invaluable for teasing out the effects of both genetics and the environment on human biology. In a study published April 2 in Cell Reports, researchers studied pairs of twins to look at how the interplay ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Responsiveness to ADHD treatment may be determined by neuroanatomy
New research from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) at King's College London has found that the effectiveness of ADHD medication may be associated with an individual's neuroanatomy.
Apr 18, 2024
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Perfect balance: How the brain fine-tunes its sensitivity
A sensitive perception of the environment is crucial for guiding our behavior. However, an overly sensitive response of the brain's neural circuits to stimuli can lead to neurodevelopmental disorders such as epilepsy. University ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Molecular atlas shows how the growth factor erythropoietin affects neurons
A new study that including participants from the Central Institute of Mental Health in Mannheim shows how the growth factor erythropoietin (EPO) protects and regenerates nerve cells in the brain. In particular, the important ...
Apr 18, 2024
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New therapy shows promise for a rare childhood dementia
New RNA-targeted therapy can halt the progression of a specific type of childhood dementia in mice and holds potential to reverse some of the detrimental effects of this rare disease.
Apr 18, 2024
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Hemorrhagic complications rare after cranial epilepsy surgery
Hemorrhagic complications are uncommon after cranial epilepsy surgery, according to a study published online April 12 in World Neurosurgery.
Apr 18, 2024
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Quick decisions in soccer enhanced by brain's ability to suppress actions, researchers find
To pass or not to pass, that is the question faced by soccer players the world over in every match. It might be unsurprising that higher skilled players exhibit better execution of actions than lower skilled ones, but now ...
Apr 18, 2024
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Study reveals the strong impact of layer 6b neurons on cortical activity
Layer 6b, the deepest layer of the mammalian brain's cortex, has recently been the focus of numerous neuroscience studies. Despite the interesting findings gathered in recent years, the role of this deep cortical layer remains ...
Protecting brain cells with cannabinol: Research suggests CBN shows promise for treating neurological disorders
One in every 10 individuals above the age of 65 develops an age-related neurological disorder like Alzheimer's or Parkinson's, yet treatment options remain sparse for this population. Scientists have begun exploring whether ...
Apr 17, 2024
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Study identifies new metric for diagnosing autism
Autism spectrum disorder has yet to be linked to a single cause, due to the wide range of its symptoms and severity. However, a study by University of Virginia researchers suggests a promising new approach to finding answers, ...
Apr 17, 2024
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