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Image shows the regenerated head of an acorn worm.

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·November 28, 2016·5 min read

Worm Offers New Hope For Human Limb Regeneration

Researchers believe that if they can unlock the genetic network that allows acorn worms to regenerate body parts, they may be able to regenerate human limbs.

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·December 23, 2016·3 min read

Supercharged Sprouts Vitamin Inspiration for New Alzheimer’s Drug Research

Researchers are looking to a supercharged version of retinoic acid, which is derived from sprouts, to help develop new Alzheimer's drugs.

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·January 21, 2017·5 min read

Changes in Blood-Brain Barrier and Intestinal Permeability Found in People With Autism

Researchers discover a link between neuroinflammation associated with impairment to the blood-brain barrier and intestinal permeability in people with ASD.

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·February 2, 2017·5 min read

Heads Up! Headers in Soccer Make Players More Likely To Suffer Concussions

According to researchers, soccer players who hit their heads two or more times in a two week period, by heading a ball or a minor collision with another player, were more likely to express symptoms of concussion.

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·February 6, 2017·4 min read

Jekyll and Hyde Cells: Their Role in Brain Injury and Disease Revealed

A new study sheds further light on the role astrocytes play in neurodegenerative disorders.

Image shows myelin reforming in the spinal cord of a mouse with multiple sclerosis.

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·March 27, 2017·4 min read

MicroRNA Treatment Restores Myelin and Limb Function in Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse Study

Researchers have been able to restore limb mobility and partially re-insulate neurons in mouse models of MS with microRNA treatments.

Image shows a diagram explaining how amitriptyline allows drugs to pass the bbb.

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·April 27, 2017·4 min read

Antidepressants May Enhance Drug Delivery to Brain

A new study reports an antidepressant temporarily inhibits the blood-brain barrier, allowing drugs to enter the brain. The findings could have implications for treating neurological diseases from ALS to epilepsy.

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·April 28, 2017·3 min read

Nose2Brain: Better Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

A new approach to treating Multiple Sclerosis is being developed.

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·April 29, 2017·6 min read

A New Study Revises the Development and Evolutionary Origin of the Vertebrate Brain

Researchers believe findings may shed light on how the vertebrate brain may have evolved.

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·July 5, 2017·7 min read

Brain’s Immune Cells May Drive Overeating and Weight Gain

Researchers report microglia, immune cells found in the brain, may trigger overeating and increase weight gain as a response to high fat diets. The study suggests targeting microglia could provide new treatment options to help curb obesity.

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·August 23, 2017·4 min read

Linking Mental Health and the Gut Microbiome

A new study explores the potential link between the gut microbiome and mental health. Researchers report depression may be influenced by disturbances to gut bacteria, suggesting nutrition and diet, in combination with other strategies, could help treat the disorder.

Image shows lymphatic vessels in the brain.

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·October 3, 2017·5 min read

‘Drain Pipes’ in the Brain: Lymphatic Vessels Act As Pipeline Between Brain and Immune System

A new study in eLife provides evidence that our brains may drain waste via our lymphatic vessels. The vessels may act as a 'pipeline' between the brain and immune system. Researchers say the findings could alter the way we think about how the brain and immune system inter-relate.

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CNS

Worm Offers New Hope For Human Limb Regeneration

Supercharged Sprouts Vitamin Inspiration for New Alzheimer’s Drug Research

Changes in Blood-Brain Barrier and Intestinal Permeability Found in People With Autism

Heads Up! Headers in Soccer Make Players More Likely To Suffer Concussions

Jekyll and Hyde Cells: Their Role in Brain Injury and Disease Revealed

MicroRNA Treatment Restores Myelin and Limb Function in Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse Study

Antidepressants May Enhance Drug Delivery to Brain

Nose2Brain: Better Therapy for Multiple Sclerosis

A New Study Revises the Development and Evolutionary Origin of the Vertebrate Brain

Brain’s Immune Cells May Drive Overeating and Weight Gain

Linking Mental Health and the Gut Microbiome

‘Drain Pipes’ in the Brain: Lymphatic Vessels Act As Pipeline Between Brain and Immune System

Jiving into Joy: Dance Sessions Elevate Health and Well-being in 85+ Age Group

New Insights Into Synaptic Pruning During Brain Development

Childhood IQ and Wealth: Uncovering Diverse Financial Paths in Adulthood

Stressed Brains Amplify Comfort Food Cravings

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