FeaturedNeurology·February 6, 2017·4 min readJekyll and Hyde Cells: Their Role in Brain Injury and Disease RevealedA new study sheds further light on the role astrocytes play in neurodegenerative disorders.Read More
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FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Videos·December 23, 2016·3 min readSupercharged Sprouts Vitamin Inspiration for New Alzheimer’s Drug ResearchResearchers are looking to a supercharged version of retinoic acid, which is derived from sprouts, to help develop new Alzheimer's drugs.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 28, 2016·5 min readWorm Offers New Hope For Human Limb RegenerationResearchers 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.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 22, 2016·4 min readPrecise Nerve Stimulation Via Electrode Implants Offers New Hope for Paralysis PatientsA tiny array of implanted electrodes may help people with spinal cord injuries to regain use of their paralyzed limbs, a new study reveals.Read More
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FeaturedNeuroscience·July 11, 2016·4 min readVisual Activity Regenerates Neural Connections Between the Eye and BrainA new study reports high contrast visual stimulation can help damaged retinal neurons to regrow optic nerve fibers.Read More
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