FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·December 17, 2018·4 min readGrowing a BrainResearchers have identified how a two step control mechanism that assists in the transition of undefined stem cells into neurons. The findings may help develop new regenerative medical therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 4, 2018·5 min readImproving Understanding of the Formation of New Neurons in the Mammalian Adult BrainResearchers have developed an innovative approach to identifying novel cellular targets and pathways involved in wiring adult born neurons into existing brain circuits.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 29, 2018·4 min readAstrocytes Regulate Signal Speeds of NeuronsResearchers say astrocytes play a vital role in information processing by altering neurotransmission speeds and changing the thickness of myelin.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 18, 2018·4 min readAstrocytes Have an Unexpected Role in Brain PlasticityA new study reports a protein made by astrocytes plays a critical role in brain plasticity by assisting with neural maturation and flexibility.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 27, 2018·5 min readWidespread Inflammation in Brains of Those with FibromyalgiaA new study reveals elevated glial activation in the brains of those with fibromyalgia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 19, 2018·4 min readZombie Cells Found in Mouse Brains Prior To Cognitive LossResearchers report senescent, or Zombie, cells accumulate in certain neurons prior to cognitive loss. By preventing accumulation of these cells, researchers were able to diminish apoptosis, memory loss and tau aggregation.Read More
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
