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·March 25, 2018·3 min read

How Do We Lose Memory? A STEP at a Time

A new study reports increased levels of STEP in the hippocampus is linked to mild cognitive impairment.

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·March 25, 2018·4 min read

Bugs and Allergies in Pregnancy Linked to Child Developmental Disorders, Including ADHD and Autism

Researchers investigate the effects of maternal immune activation on the developing brain.

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·March 23, 2018·5 min read

Early Life Experiences Influence DNA in the Adult Brain

Researchers report maternal behavior can change the DNA of her offspring. The findings, researchers say, could lead to better understanding of some neuropsychiatric disorders.

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·March 22, 2018·4 min read

Focusing on Early Stage of Illness May Be Key to Treating ALS

A new study reveals many inhibitory neurons are lost in early phases of ALS and FTD development. The findings show a contrast to other neurodegenerative diseases where excitatory neurons are lost early in the disorders.

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·March 22, 2018·3 min read

Compound that Prevents Breast Cancer Cells From Activating in the Brain Identified

A compound used to treat leukemia shows promise in preventing breast cancer cells from metastasizing in the brain.

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·March 21, 2018·4 min read

Parkinson’s Gene Initiates Disease Outside of the Brain

A new study reveals the LRRK2 genetic mutation may alter cells circulating outside of the brain. Researchers report the mutation may alter how immune cells react to common illnesses, causing an inflammatory reaction in the brain that can lead to the development of Parkinson's disease.