FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·December 31, 2018·4 min readRerouting Nerves During Amputation Reduces Phantom Limb Pain Before it StartsResearchers report using primary targeted muscle reinnervation during amputation helps to reduce, and in some cases, prevent phantom limb and stump pain in patients.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 27, 2018·4 min readLosing Neurons May Sometimes Not Be That BadResearchers report that neuron loss in Alzheimer's disease may not be such a bad thing. The study reveals the loss of neurons may be the result of a cell quality control mechanism attempting to protect the brain from the accumulation of malfunctioning neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·December 27, 2018·4 min readKicking and Yelling During Sleep? Risk Factors for Violent Sleep Disorder IdentifiedResearchers have identified key risk factors for a violent sleep disorder known as REM sleep behavior disorder. According to the study, taking antidepressants, having PTSD and anxiety disorders increases the risk for violent episodes during sleep.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 19, 2018·5 min readPossible Biomarker for Multiple Sclerosis IdentifiedAcrolein, a molecule implicated as a metabolic waste product, could be a potential biomarker for multiple sclerosis, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2018·4 min readStudy Reveals What May Prevent RemyelinationStudy reveals PRRX1 gene expression results in cell cycle arrest and quiescence of oligodendrocyte progenitors, blocking myelin production.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2018·2 min readGene Variant Found in Brain Complicit in Multiple Sclerosis OnsetResearchers report genetic variants can affect neural function, which become complicit in triggering multiple sclerosis.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 18, 2018·3 min readSnacking May Increase InflammationResearchers report snacking can raise inflammation and contribute to metabolic diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2018·6 min readImmune Response May Trigger Chronic Fatigue SyndromeResearchers report an exaggerated immune response can trigger chronic fatigue syndrome. The study reveals levels of Il-10 were higher in those who developed lasting fatigue, suggesting the immune system may have been primed to over respond.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 18, 2018·5 min readBrain Health Not Affected by Major Heart SurgeryStudy reveals patients who undergo major heart surgeries do not experience major memory changes compared to those who receive more minor treatments.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·December 18, 2018·3 min readA Single Faulty Gene Can Lead to LupusResearchers report defects in the Ets1 gene is linked to characteristics associated with systemic lupus erythematosus immune abnormalities.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2018·7 min readYour Postal Code May Influence Your HealthThe area where you live may play a significant role in your risk for developing major diseases like cancer, diabetes or cardiovascular disease, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 17, 2018·4 min readOne Type of Brain Cell May Invite Alzheimer’sResearchers report excitatory neurons are more vulnerable to accumulations of Tau, a protein implicated in Alzheimer's disease.Read More