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·October 11, 2017·5 min read

How Rabies Induces Frenzied Behavior

A new study reports small fragments of the rabies virus binds to, and inhibits, nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, inducing frenzied behaviors.

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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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·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.

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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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·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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·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 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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·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.

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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.

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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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·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.