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·November 10, 2017·4 min read

Frequent Alcohol Use Kills New Brain Cells in Adults: Females More Vulnerable

A new study reports on how neural stem cells in adult mice respond differently to alcohol exposure, and these changes are different depending on the sex of the animal.

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·July 17, 2017·4 min read

O2 and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Reverses Brain Damage in Drowned Toddler

Doctors at LSU helped to reverse brain volume loss and restore cognitive function in a two year old girl following an accidental drowning incident. The researchers used hyperbaric oxygen therapy and normobaric oxygen to treat the girl. The treatment could prove to have a profound effect on the recovery of function in other patients who experience neurological damage as a result of drowning, the researchers say.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·June 15, 2017·4 min read

Music Sessions Can Help Millions Who Struggle to Speak to Lead a Richer Life

Researchers report tailored music sessions may be crucial in helping transform the lives with communication problems, such as those associated with autism, brain damage and stroke.

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·June 6, 2017·4 min read

Brain Damage Can Make Sideways Faces More Memorable and Give Us ‘Emotional Blindness’

Research sheds light on how damage to the amygdala affects facial recognition and gaze perception.

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·April 23, 2017·4 min read

Fish Oil Component Helps Damaged Brain and Retina Cells Survive

A new study reports a molecule made from DHA can trigger the production of a protein that protects against free radicals.

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Featured Genetics Neurology

·December 19, 2016·5 min read

Sirt1 Regulates Proliferation and Regeneration of Glial Progenitor Cells After Injury

A new study reports Sirt1 can help glial cells to regenerate from progenitor cells in preterm babies with hypoxia related injuries.

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·December 7, 2016·5 min read

Heart Disease Protein Linked to Brain Damage

Researchers discover a link between a protein associated with heart disease and early stages of brain damage.

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Featured Neurology

·November 28, 2016·1 min read

Imaging Study Examines Brains of Current and Former NFL Players

Researchers measure a marker of activated glial cell response in current and former NFL football players who have suffered concussions.

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·November 26, 2016·4 min read

New Drug Limits Then Repairs Brain Damage Caused by Stroke

Researchers report a potential new drug may reduce the number of brain cells destroyed by stoke and also help repair them.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 10, 2016·5 min read

Mars Bound Astronauts Face Chronic Dementia Risk From Galactic Cosmic Ray Exposure

A new study raises question about the effect extended space flights will have on long term brain health.

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Featured Neurology

·September 27, 2016·3 min read

Math Gives New Insights Into Damage Caused During Brain Surgery

A new math model helps neurosurgeons map the impact of surgery on the brain.

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Featured Neurology

·November 30, 2015·4 min read

Air Evacuations Could Further Harm Patients With Brain Injuries

A new study reports air evacuations may pose a significant added risk for people with TBI as they could potentially cause more damage.

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