FeaturedNeurology·July 2, 2018·7 min readExperimental Drug Stops Parkinson’s Progression: Mouse StudyA newly developed experimental drug, that contains similar compounds to those in diabetes medications, slows the progression of Parkinson's in mouse models of the disease, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·June 28, 2018·5 min readHow High Blood Pressure Hurts CognitionResearchers report impairments in the neuroprotective communication between neural blood vessels, astrocytes and neurons may be an early factor in how high blood pressure may impair cognitive function.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 20, 2018·5 min readImportant New Piece in Huntington’s Disease Puzzle IdentifiedResearchers have identified a reduced exchange of glutamine between astrocytes and neurons in a new Huntington's disease study.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 16, 2018·4 min readHow the Gut Influences Neurological DiseasesResearchers examine the role gut bacteria plays in the development of neurological disorders. Using mouse models of multiple sclerosis, researchers found compounds generated from the breakdown of tryptophan can cross the blood-brain barrier and activate anti-inflammatory pathways that limit neurodegeneration. Activation of these pathway have also been linked to Alzheimer's and brain cancers.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 10, 2018·5 min readNeuroinflammation Seen in Spinal Cord and Nerve Roots of Patients With Chronic SciaticaA new study reveals a link between chronic sciatica and inflammation in key areas of the nervous system. Researchers say the location of the inflammation could help to determine which patients will feel relief from steroid injections to curb the pain.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 3, 2018·4 min readTargeting Astrocytes Might Help Alleviate Alzheimer’s SymptomsA new study published in JEM reveals blocking a specific receptor on astrocytes improved memory performance and normalized brain function in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 18, 2018·4 min readALS Treatment Delays Disease and Extends Life: Mouse StudyResearchers report transplanting altered neural stem cells into the brains of mice genetically engineered to exhibit symptoms of ALS, delayed the progression of the disease and extended lifespan.Read More
Featured·April 4, 2018·3 min readWatching Brain Cells Interact in Real TimeResearchers have developed a new method that allows them to see how astrocytes influence neural communication in real time.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 8, 2018·3 min readAstrocytes Help the Brain Tune Breathing RhythmsA new study reveals the role astrocytes play in regulating breathing rhythms.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·February 8, 2018·6 min readNature, Meet NurtureA new study reveals a diverse array of genetic changes that occur in the brain following sensory experiences.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·January 24, 2018·6 min readMitochondria in Brain May Be Source of Alzheimer’sA highly toxic form of amyloid beta disrupts the normal function of mitochondria, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 23, 2018·3 min readNew Therapeutic Avenue for Parkinson’sA new study reports researchers have identified a possible new avenue for treating Parkinson's symptoms and neuropathology. Clearing senescent astrocytes appears to help prevent sporadic versions of the disease triggered by exposure to pesticides.Read More