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the image shows an MRI scan of an Alzheimer's patient who carries the TERM2 genetic mutation.

·October 18, 2013·3 min read

Genetic Mutation Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease Doubles Rate of Brain Tissue Loss

Carries of the TREM2 genetic mutation associated with Alzheimer's disease could develop the disease up to three years earlier than expected, a new study finds.

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·October 17, 2013·3 min read

Brain May Flush Out Toxins During Sleep

A new study reports sleep can help clear brain molecules associated with neurodegeneration.

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·October 17, 2013·2 min read

Depression Twice as Likely in Migraine Sufferers

Depression and suicidal ideation is higher in those who suffer from migraines, a new study finds.

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·October 17, 2013·2 min read

Bird Study Finds Key Information About Human Speech-Language Development

Researchers show how two molecules regulate a gene implicated in speech and language impairments, as well as ASD.

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·October 17, 2013·2 min read

Video Could Transform How Schools Serve Teens With Autism

Researchers find video-based teaching can help autistic teens learn and use important social skills.

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·October 17, 2013·5 min read

Researchers Expand the Genetic Code of Mammals to Control Protein Activity in Neurons with Light

Using a new optogenetic technique, researchers change the shape of a protein in the brains of mice.

The image shows an MRI with damage to the frontal lobe.

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·October 17, 2013·3 min read

Brain Scans Show Unusual Activity in Retired NFL Players

A neuroimaging study finds profound brain activity abnormalities in a group of retired NFL players.

This is a cross section MRI of a patient with ALS.

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·October 16, 2013·6 min read

‘Individualized’ Therapy for the Brain Targets Specific Gene Mutations Causing Dementia and ALS

Using neurons created from iPS cells derived from people with ALS, researchers develop a new drug which appears to halt the impact of the genetic mutations in some forms of ALS and dementia.

This is an outline drawing of the brain.

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·October 16, 2013·3 min read

Schizophrenia Linked to Abnormal Brain Waves

Researchers have observed the neural activity which appears to produce the disordered thinking associated with schizophrenia.

The image shows neurons in the visual cortex.

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·October 16, 2013·3 min read

When Neurons Have Less to Say, They Say it With Particular Emphasis

Researchers discover neurons regulate their own excitability so that the activity level in networks remains as constant as possible.

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·October 16, 2013·3 min read

Glowing Neurons Reveal Networked Link Between Brain and Whiskers

Mouse whisker research reveals a signaling pathway which relays touch signals to the brain.

The image shows a diagram of a person improving gait with smart glasses on.

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·October 16, 2013·1 min read

Smart Glasses Can Improve Gait of Parkinson’s Patients

Researchers are exploring the possible clinical potential of using smart glasses, such as Google Glass, to help improve the gait of patients with Parkinson's disease.