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Ragweed compounds could protect nerve cells from Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsMay 15, 2019

Compounds derived from common ragweed may help in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report when two of the most active compounds were added to a sample of neurons producing amyloid beta, 20% more cells survived than without exposure. ... Read More...

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Cannabidiol could help deliver medications to the brain

Neuroscience NewsApril 17, 2019

Cannabidiol may be able to bypass the blood-brain barrier to effectively deliver medications directly to the brain.... Read More...

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Smoking and Alcohol: Double Trouble for the Brain

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 27, 2019

A new study reports those with alcohol addiction who also smoke may be at an increased risk of neural damage. The study revealed higher levels of oxidative stress in the hippocampus, and a a decrease in neurotrophic factor in the striatum and frontal cortex in rats exposed to both alcohol and tobacco.... Read More...

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How Exercise Could Help Fight Drug Addiction

Neuroscience NewsNovember 14, 2018

A new mouse study reveals exercise may help curb drug addiction and buffer against relapse by altering the production of peptides in the brain.... Read More...

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A Breath Test for Early Stage Parkinson’s

Neuroscience NewsJuly 25, 2018

Researchers have developed a sensor that can detect early stage Parkinson's disease by analyzing a sample of a patient's breath.... Read More...

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Robotic Bloodhound Tracks Odors on the Ground

Neuroscience NewsJune 20, 2018

Researchers have developed a new robot that can detect odors from sources on the ground.... Read More...

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Inside the Brains of Killer Bees

Neuroscience NewsJune 6, 2018

Researchers have identified neuropeptide alterations that occur in Africanized honeybee brains when they become aggressive.... Read More...

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Red Sea Fungus Yields Leads for New Epilepsy Drug

Neuroscience NewsMay 11, 2018

Two metabolites produced by fungus from the Red Sea appear to be effective at shortening seizures in mouse models of epilepsy, researcher say.... Read More...

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Compound in Beets May Help Slow Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsMarch 20, 2018

According to researchers, betanin, a compound in beetroot extract, could help inhibit the accumulation of misfolded proteins and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...

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Mind-Controlling Molecules from Wasp Venom May Help Parkinson’s Patients

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 7, 2018

Researchers have identified new peptides in wasp venom that could lead to new treatments for Parkinson's disease.... Read More...

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Blueberry Vinegar Improves Memory in Amnesia: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsDecember 20, 2017

A new study reports blueberry vinegar could be effective in restoring memory to mice suffering from induced amnesia. Researchers note, that while further testing needs to be completed, the fermented product could help restore cognitive function to those with dementia and age related cognitive decline.... Read More...

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Why Gut Bacteria and Gender May Impact Nicotine Addiction

Neuroscience NewsNovember 2, 2017

Researchers reveal a surprising association between nicotine addiction and gut bacteria. Gender smoking patterns and the effect nicotine has on a person may be a result of how the gut-brain relationship is impacted by nicotine.... Read More...

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Neuroscience

New insights into what may go awry in brains of Alzheimer’s patients

New artificial compound eye could improve 3D object tracking

Engaging educational videos elicit similar brain activity in students

Neurology

New insights into what may go awry in brains of Alzheimer’s patients

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Ragweed compounds could protect nerve cells from Alzheimer’s

Cannabidiol could help deliver medications to the brain

Smoking and Alcohol: Double Trouble for the Brain

How Exercise Could Help Fight Drug Addiction

A Breath Test for Early Stage Parkinson’s

Robotic Bloodhound Tracks Odors on the Ground

Inside the Brains of Killer Bees

Red Sea Fungus Yields Leads for New Epilepsy Drug

Compound in Beets May Help Slow Alzheimer’s

Mind-Controlling Molecules from Wasp Venom May Help Parkinson’s Patients

Blueberry Vinegar Improves Memory in Amnesia: Mouse Study

Why Gut Bacteria and Gender May Impact Nicotine Addiction