FeaturedNeurology·October 24, 2017·5 min readA Little Myelin Goes A Long Way To Restore Nervous System FunctionRenewed, thin myelin sheaths are sufficient to help restore nervous system impairments in diseases like multiple sclerosis, a new study in PNAS reports.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·January 12, 2020·4 min readA molecular switch for repairing central nervous system disordersA global knockout of the thrombin receptor PAR1 accelerates myelin development. The findings could help with the development of treatments for diseases associated with demyelination, like multiple sclerosis.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·June 24, 2013·3 min readAbsence of Gene Leads to Earlier, More Severe Case of Multiple SclerosisA new study identifies a possible genetic mechanism that causes a quicker progression of multiple sclerosis. The absence of Tob1 in CD4+ T cells is key to early onset of a more aggressive form of MS.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 11, 2017·8 min readAllergy Drug Improves Function in Patients with Chronic Injury from Multiple SclerosisUCSF researchers reveal a common over the counter antihistamine appears to accelerate neural signaling and restore nervous system functioning for some multiple sclerosis patients.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·February 9, 2017·5 min readAnti-Cell Death Agent A Potential Treatment For Vision Loss in MSST266 produces an anti-inflammatory effect and can help preserve cells in the optic nerve, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 3, 2017·6 min readBlood Clotting Protein Prevents Repair in the BrainA new study sheds light on demylination diseases like Multiple Sclerosis. Researchers discovered a blood clotting protein can leak into the central nervous system and prevent myelin production.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 17, 2020·3 min readCashew Shell Compound Appears to Mend Damaged NervesAnacardic acid, a compound found in cashew shells, promotes the repair of myelin. The findings could have positive implications for the treatment of diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, that are characterized by demyelination.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 13, 2017·3 min readCellular Self Digestion Process Triggers Autoimmune DiseaseA new study reveals how autophagy in certain immune cells can lead to the immune system attacking the central nervous system. The findings have implications for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·April 20, 2016·3 min readCombinations of Gut Bacteria Affects Myelin Content and Brain FunctionAccording to researchers, targeting specific gut bacteria could be a way to treat demyelinating diseases, like multiple sclerosis.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·July 15, 2019·5 min readDifferences in MS patients’ cerebrospinal fluid may be key to drugs that halt progressionCeramide exposure impairs the ability for neurons to make energy by directly damaging mitochondria. Additionally, ceramides force neurons to rapidly uptake glucose in order to provide cellular energy.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·February 1, 2016·4 min readFaster Diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis With New MRI TechniqueResearchers have developed a new technique with uses MRI scanners to look for evidence of multiple sclerosis in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 22, 2019·4 min readHelping Cells to Help Themselves May Benefit Multiple SclerosisResearchers have discovered how the body is able to initiate repair mechanisms which can limit the extent of damage to the myelin sheath. The findings could help with the development of new therapies for multiple sclerosis.Read More
