FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·March 1, 2022·3 min readMilk May Exacerbate Multiple Sclerosis SymptomsStudy reports proteins in cow milk trigger autoimmune responses in those with multiple sclerosis, leading to damage of the myelin sheath.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·February 16, 2022·5 min readMultiple Sclerosis Study With Twins Untangles Environmental and Genetic InfluencesA study of monozygotic twins allowed researchers to discover which parts of immune dysfunction in multiple sclerosis were influenced by genetics, and which were influenced by environmental factors.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 9, 2022·9 min readHow Epstein-Barr Virus Triggers Multiple SclerosisAround 25% of patients with multiple sclerosis have blood antibodies that bind to the Epstein-Barr virus and EBNA1, a protein made in the brain and spinal cord. Researchers say this is the first study to definitely show that the Epstein-Barr virus can cause multiple sclerosis in some patients.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·February 4, 2022·3 min readNew Genetic Clues for Multiple Sclerosis RiskOligodendrocytes may play a different role in the development and progression of multiple sclerosis than previously thought.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 27, 2022·3 min readDiet and Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Multiple SclerosisResearchers have identified a link between multiple sclerosis and a decreased level of specific gut bacteria. Additionally, the study reveals those who consume more meat may be at increased risk of developing the autoimmune disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 25, 2022·2 min readA Link Between Gut Microbiota and Chronic Inflammatory Diseases Like ArthritisA new study has uncovered a link between gut bacteria and chronic inflammatory diseases like arthritis.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 13, 2022·3 min readEpstein-Barr Virus May Be Leading Cause of Multiple SclerosisThe risk of developing mutliple sclerosis increases 32 fold following Epstein-Barr virus infection.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 5, 2022·3 min readOne Autoimmune Disease Could Lead To AnotherStudy reveals mice with antibody-induced rheumatoid arthritis went on to develop spinal lesions similar to those associated with axial spondyloarthritis.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·December 20, 2021·6 min readGum Disease Increases Risk of Other Illness Such as Mental Health and Heart ConditionsPeople with periodontal disease have a 37% increased risk of developing anxiety, serious mental illness, and depression, and an 18% increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·December 8, 2021·3 min readTrigger Found for Harmful Inflammation in Lupus and Macular DegenerationAge-related macular degeneration and lupus share a common contributor to inflammation. The findings could help researchers develop new treatments for those conditions, and other conditions associated with inflammation.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 10, 2021·5 min readResearchers Build a Cellular Blueprint of Multiple Sclerosis LesionsAnalyzing the gene activity of 66,000 cells from human brain tissue, researchers generated a comprehensive map of cell types associated with brain lesions in multiple sclerosis, and their gene expression patterns and interactions.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Videos·September 7, 2021·6 min readMultiple Sclerosis Linked to Infection in AdolescenceA new study links viral infections including mononucleosis and pneumonia experienced during adolescence with an increased risk of developing multiple sclerosis.Read More
