Two Genes Help Older Brain Gain New Cells
A new study reveals the role two Pumilio genes, PUM1, and PUM2, play in the creation of new neurons in the dentate gyrus.... Read More...
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Drug Restores Cells and Memories in Alzheimer’s: Mouse Study
A new drug has proven effective at restoring memories and neural connections in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease. The new drug was originally developed as a treatment for Schizophrenia. While the drug does not destroy amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer's, it does allow the plaques to co-exist with neurons.... Read More...
Neurons That Regenerate and Neurons That Die
Findings could pave the way for developing new treatments to restore vision and repair retinal damage.... Read More...
Common Protein Abnormality Pinpointed in Parkinson’s and ALS
Study implicates abnormalities in SOD1 with Parkinson's disease and ALS.... Read More...
Tau Prevents Synaptic Transmission at Early Stage of Neurodegeneration
Study reveals Tau proteins disrupt synaptic transmission in early stages of neurodegenerative diseases. ... Read More...
Lithium May Prevent Neuron Damage In TBI Patients
According to researchers, lithium, a drug commonly used to treat bipolar disorder, and rapamycin can help to protect neurons from further damage in those with TBI. ... Read More...
Fish Oil Component Helps Damaged Brain and Retina Cells Survive
A new study reports a molecule made from DHA can trigger the production of a protein that protects against free radicals.... Read More...
Preventing Seizure-Caused Damage to the Brain
Exosomes isolated from mesenchymal stem cells can limit brain damage caused by status epilepticus, a new study reports.... Read More...
Study Traces Birth and Death Life Cycle of Neurons in the Gut: Mouse Study
Researchers report a healthy adult gut can lose and regenerate one third of its neurons on a weekly basis.... Read More...
Maternal Stress During Pregnancy Could Influence the Biological Clock for Aging
According to researchers, the children of mothers who faced increased stress during pregnancy had shorter telomeres.... Read More...
Possible New Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis
Researchers identify a new cellular mechanism that may be responsible for multiple sclerosis. Findings could open up new avenues for the development of treatments.... Read More...
Researchers Discover How Neurons Tell Each Other to Die Under Trauma and Disease
According to researchers, axons coordinate each other's destruction, contributing to neurodegeneration.... Read More...