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Scientists Identify Gene Partnerships that Promote Spinal Cord Regeneration

Neuroscience NewsMarch 6, 2019

Axolotl salamander genes that allow the neural tube and nerve fibers to regenerate after spinal cord damage have been identified. These genes are also found in humans, but are activated differently.... Read More...

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Discovery of the Genetics Conductor of Brain Stem Cells

Neuroscience NewsMarch 5, 2019

Researchers describe their findings about how the Foxg1 gene is involved in the development and differentiation of neurons and glial cells from stem cells.... Read More...

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Simple Drug Combination Creates New Neurons from Neighboring Cells

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 7, 2019

Researchers have identified a small set of molecules that can convert glial cells into new neurons. The finding could help develop new treatments for Alzheimer's disease and brain injuries.... Read More...

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Defective Glial Cells Can Push Neurons Toward Parkinson’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 10, 2019

A new study reveals a defective version of astrocytes may be linked to the build up of alpha synuclein and could spur Parkinson's disease. The findings show the important role glial cells play in Parkinson's and offers insights into new targets for therapies to fight the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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Astrocytes Regulate Signal Speeds of Neurons

Neuroscience NewsOctober 29, 2018

Researchers say astrocytes play a vital role in information processing by altering neurotransmission speeds and changing the thickness of myelin.... Read More...

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Widespread Inflammation in Brains of Those with Fibromyalgia

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 27, 2018

A new study reveals elevated glial activation in the brains of those with fibromyalgia.... Read More...

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More Immune Cells in Brains of Those with Schizophrenia

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 14, 2018

A new study reports some people with schizophrenia have increased numbers of immune cells in their brains. Researchers say the immune cells may be producing inflammatory signals in those with the condition. ... Read More...

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New Study Offers Hope of Recovery From Spinal Cord Injury

Neuroscience NewsJuly 27, 2018

Researchers say a novel enzyme treatment may reduce inflammation and scarring that prevents neural regeneration in spinal cord injury.... Read More...

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Cell Type and Environment Influence Protein Turnover in the Brain

Neuroscience NewsJune 20, 2018

A new study reveals proteins in the brain are replaced at different rates, depending on their location. The findings could shed light on how the components of different cells are altered, and how this can impact memory formation.... Read More...

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Drowsy Worms Offer New Insights Into the Neuroscience of Sleep

Neuroscience NewsJune 3, 2018

A new study could offer insight into human glial cell function and reveals a relationship between movement and sleep.... Read More...

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ALS Treatment Delays Disease and Extends Life: Mouse Study

Neuroscience NewsApril 18, 2018

Researchers report transplanting altered neural stem cells into the brains of mice genetically engineered to exhibit symptoms of ALS, delayed the progression of the disease and extended lifespan.... Read More...

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One Gene Spurred Growth of Key Brain Area

Neuroscience NewsApril 15, 2018

Researchers have identified how the ASPM gene controls the growth of the cerebral cortex. They report mutations in this gene can reduce brain volume by half in human microcephaly cases.... Read More...

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Deep brain stimulation provides sustained relief for severe depression

Bartonella Infection and Sudden Onset Adolescent Schizophrenia: Case Study

Most Teens Report Using Marijuana Less Often After Legalization

Neuroscience

Deep brain stimulation provides sustained relief for severe depression

Bartonella Infection and Sudden Onset Adolescent Schizophrenia: Case Study

Most Teens Report Using Marijuana Less Often After Legalization

Neurology

The robots that dementia caregivers want: Robots for joy, robots for sorrow

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New proof that narcolepsy is an autoimmune disease

AI

AI and MRIs at birth can predict cognitive development at age 2

A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk

Less-invasive procedure helps surgeons pinpoint epilepsy surgical candidates

Robotics

The robots that dementia caregivers want: Robots for joy, robots for sorrow

Seeing through a robot’s eyes helps those with profound motor impairments

A robotic leg, born without prior knowledge, learns to walk

Psychology

Deep brain stimulation provides sustained relief for severe depression

Bartonella Infection and Sudden Onset Adolescent Schizophrenia: Case Study

Fast-acting psychedelic associated with improvements in depression/anxiety

Scientists Identify Gene Partnerships that Promote Spinal Cord Regeneration

Discovery of the Genetics Conductor of Brain Stem Cells

Simple Drug Combination Creates New Neurons from Neighboring Cells

Defective Glial Cells Can Push Neurons Toward Parkinson’s Disease

Astrocytes Regulate Signal Speeds of Neurons

Widespread Inflammation in Brains of Those with Fibromyalgia

More Immune Cells in Brains of Those with Schizophrenia

New Study Offers Hope of Recovery From Spinal Cord Injury

Cell Type and Environment Influence Protein Turnover in the Brain

Drowsy Worms Offer New Insights Into the Neuroscience of Sleep

ALS Treatment Delays Disease and Extends Life: Mouse Study

One Gene Spurred Growth of Key Brain Area