FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 31, 2017·5 min readBrain Computer Interface Allows Completely Locked In People to CommunicateResearchers have developed a BCI that can decipher and communicate the thoughts of those with locked in syndrome.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 27, 2017·4 min readRebalancing Gut Microbiome Lengthens ALS Survival: Mouse StudyResearchers report transgenic mice engineered to carry genes associated with ALS showed improved neuromuscualr function and lived longer after being exposed to butyrate.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 18, 2017·7 min readToxic Brain Cells May Drive Many Neuodegenerative DisordersA new study reports astrocytes may be a driving force behind a number of neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·December 31, 2016·6 min readNew Tool Shines Light on Protein Condensation in Living CellsResearchers have developed a new tool that may help explain how proteins are able to assemble into different states.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·December 26, 2016·4 min readSingle Protein May Hold Secret to Treating Parkinson’sActivating Nrf2 helps with the removal of LRRK2 and alpha synuclein, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 9, 2016·4 min readShedding Light on a Cell That May Contribute to Alzheimer’s and ALSNew research could help scientist better understand the role of astrocytes in neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 19, 2016·4 min readProtective Molecule Sidelined in Models of ALSResearchers have identified a naturally occurring molecule that has the potential for preserving sites of communication between nerves and muscles in ALS.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 14, 2016·5 min readImplant Allows Locked In ALS Patient to Operate Speech Computer With Her BrainA wireless neural implant has allowed a locked in ALS patient to operate a speech computer with her brain activity.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 8, 2016·3 min readCollapse of Mitochondria-Associated Membrane in ALSResearchers report a collapse of the mitochondria-associated membrane is a common halmark in two genetic forms of ALS.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·November 7, 2016·3 min readNew Mouse Model of ALS More Closely Mimics Human DiseaseResearchers have developed a new mouse model of ALS that could help provide better understanding of the progressive nature of the disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 1, 2016·5 min readFruits and Veggies May Slow ALS ProgressA healthy diet with antioxidants and carotenoids is associated with better function in ALS, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·October 21, 2016·5 min readThe Role of RNA Binding Proteins in ALSFindings from a new ALS study provide a novel therapeutic target for the disease.Read More
