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Link Between Gut Flora and Multiple Sclerosis Discovered

Neuroscience NewsOctober 11, 2018

A new study reports T cells are activated in the intestines and migrate to the brain, causing an inflammatory cascade that may lead to multiple sclerosis. Researchers say the gut microbiome may play a more significant role in the development and progression of MS than previously believed.... Read More...

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When Neurons Turn Against Themselves

Neuroscience NewsAugust 31, 2018

Researchers say in some autoimmune disorders, such as Rasmussen's encephalitis, neurons are not only the targets for immune system attacks, but may also be active protagonists.... Read More...

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Can Fasting Improve Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms?

Neuroscience NewsJuly 9, 2018

A new study reveals intermittent fasting successfully reduces multiple sclerosis like symptoms. Mice who fasted every other day were less likely to develop motor problems associated with the disease.... Read More...

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No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorder Risk

Neuroscience NewsMay 28, 2018

Researchers report they have found no increased risk of autoimmune diseases in girls who received the HPV4 vaccine. The study adds to a growing body of evidence for the safety of the vaccine.... Read More...

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Bugs and Allergies in Pregnancy Linked to Child Developmental Disorders, Including ADHD and Autism

Neuroscience NewsMarch 25, 2018

Researchers investigate the effects of maternal immune activation on the developing brain. ... Read More...

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The Factors that Most Affect Our Immune System

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 28, 2018

Researchers investigate the different factors that affect our immune system and why some of us are more prone to diseases than others.... Read More...

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Potential Path to Repair Nerves Damaged by Multiple Sclerosis

Neuroscience NewsDecember 27, 2017

Findings could lead to neuroprotective treatment for MS that are tailored to repair damage cause by the disease.... Read More...

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Cellular Self Digestion Process Triggers Autoimmune Disease

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2017

A new study reveals how autophagy in certain immune cells can lead to the immune system attacking the central nervous system. The findings have implications for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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Investigating Protein’s Role in Lupus Development

Neuroscience NewsDecember 5, 2017

A new study reports the loss of the Bim protein in macrophages leads to lupus-like symptoms in mice. The findings may help in the development of new treatments for the autoimmune disease in humans.... Read More...

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Age and Gut Bacteria Contribute to Multiple Sclerosis Progression

Neuroscience NewsNovember 18, 2017

Genetic risk factors, age and gut bacteria appear to work in collaboration to trigger multiple sclerosis, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Nanowired Drugs Could Treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Patients

Neuroscience NewsNovember 16, 2017

Using titanate nanowires treated with cerebrolysin, researchers have been able to target delivery to the brain and through the central nervous system. Researchers report the use of nanowires to deliver drugs could be beneficial in the treatment of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and other neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Allergy Drug Improves Function in Patients with Chronic Injury from Multiple Sclerosis

Neuroscience NewsOctober 11, 2017

UCSF researchers reveal a common over the counter antihistamine appears to accelerate neural signaling and restore nervous system functioning for some multiple sclerosis patients.... Read More...

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News

Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Examining ethical issues surrounding wearable brain devices marketed to consumers

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Neuroscience

Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Examining ethical issues surrounding wearable brain devices marketed to consumers

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Neurology

Aspirin green light for brain bleed stroke patients

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Like A Lot of Things, Women’s Gut Microbiomes Appear to Mature Earlier than Men’s

AI

Children describe technology that gives them a sense of ambiguity as ‘creepy’

New AI Sees Like a Human, Filling in the Blanks

Robotics

Dog-like robot made by students jumps, flips and trots

Children describe technology that gives them a sense of ambiguity as ‘creepy’

New AI Sees Like a Human, Filling in the Blanks

Psychology

Want to help the vaccine hesitant become pro-vaccine? Have them meet someone with a vaccine-preventable disease

Infants later diagnosed with autism seldom initiate joint attention

Unlike men, women’s cognitive performance may improve at higher room temperature

autoimmune diseases

Link Between Gut Flora and Multiple Sclerosis Discovered

When Neurons Turn Against Themselves

Can Fasting Improve Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms?

No Link Between HPV Vaccine and Autoimmune Disorder Risk

Bugs and Allergies in Pregnancy Linked to Child Developmental Disorders, Including ADHD and Autism

The Factors that Most Affect Our Immune System

Potential Path to Repair Nerves Damaged by Multiple Sclerosis

Cellular Self Digestion Process Triggers Autoimmune Disease

Investigating Protein’s Role in Lupus Development

Age and Gut Bacteria Contribute to Multiple Sclerosis Progression

Nanowired Drugs Could Treat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Patients

Allergy Drug Improves Function in Patients with Chronic Injury from Multiple Sclerosis