Brain CancerFeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 2, 2019·7 min readSex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain CancerA new study reveals distinct molecular differences in signatures of glioblastoma brain cancer between men and women. Researchers report current treatments for the brain cancer are more effective in women than in men. The findings could help to tailor treatments aimed at the different sexes and improve survival.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 19, 2018·3 min readDrug Discovery Could Halt Brain Cancer SpreadResearchers detail the use of a drug that may help block the way glioblastoma brain cancer cells respond to fluid flow. The finding could lead to stopping glioblastoma from spreading.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 16, 2018·4 min readSocial Isolation Linked to Higher Risk of DeathResearchers report social isolation increases the risk of death, heart disease and cancer.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 9, 2018·5 min readResearchers Solve Century Old Neuroscience MysteryResearchers have solves a longstanding mystery relating to perineuronal nets, giving rise to potential new treatments for epilepsy. The study reports the nets modulate electrical impulses in the brain and seizures can occur if perineuronal networks are dissolved.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurology·October 29, 2018·4 min readBigger Brains Could Increase Cancer RiskA new study reports bigger brain size could mean an increased risk of developing brain cancer. The reason, researchers say, is simple. Bigger brains have more brain cells, and thus a greater potential for cell mutations that lead to cancer.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·October 16, 2018·2 min readResearchers Break New Ground in Understanding the Workings of the Lymphatic SystemResearchers have identified the signaling molecules that activate the lymphatic pathway. The study also identified the cells that produce the signaling molecule and how they are used in lymphatic development.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 1, 2018·6 min readCancer Hijacks the Microbiome to Glut Itself on GlucoseResearchers report leukemia undercuts the normal ability of cells to consume glucose, leaving more glucose available to help feed the growth of cancer cells.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 1, 2018·4 min readArtificial Sweeteners Have Toxic Effects on Gut BacteriaA new study reports FDA approved artificial sweeteners and some sports supplements are toxic to digestive gut bacteria. Researchers say the consumption of artificial sweeteners can adversely affect gut microbial activity, causing a wide range of health issues from cancers to type-2 diabetes.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurology·September 28, 2018·4 min readClinical Trial Testing Vaccine for Glioblastoma Brain CancerA new clinical trial will test whether an experimental vaccine can help patients' immune systems to stop the spread of deadly glioblastoma brain cancer.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 16, 2018·4 min readMixed Chemicals in Beauty Products May Harm Women’s HormonesResearchers say parabens and other chemicals found in common cosmetic products may negatively impact a woman's hormone levels, increasing the risk for certain diseases.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 14, 2018·3 min readAnti-Inflammatory Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Early DeathResearchers report following an anti-inflammatory diet can help lower the risks of dying from cancer and cardiovascular disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience·September 12, 2018·3 min readAging May Be As Old As Life ItselfResearchers report that, at the molecular levels, aging may have originated at the beginning of the evolution of life. They suggest when it comes to genes, aging may not always be a negative trait, and may help an organism to survive.Read More
