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·November 14, 2016·3 min read

Biomarker to Speed Diagnosis of Brain and Spinal Cord Inflammation Identified

Researchers have identified a new biomarker for spinal cord and brain inflammation.

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·November 9, 2015·6 min read

Blood Test Can Detect Concussions in Kids

A blood test is able to detect concussions with 94 percent accuracy, a new study reports.

This is an astrocyte, labeled with GFAP (red), Focal Adhesion Kinase (FAK) green, and nuclear stain To-Pro (blue).

Featured Psychology

·June 3, 2015·4 min read

Study Sheds Light on Astrocyte Disruption in Depression

A new study reports networks of astrocytes are altered in areas of the brain associated with mood regulation in some people who committed suicide as a result of depression.

Featured Neurology

·November 11, 2013·5 min read

Biosensor Could Help Detect Brain Injuries During Heart Surgery

A new biosensor has been developed which could alter doctors when serious brain injury occurs during heart surgery. Researchers hope the device could help doctors to devise new ways to minimize brain damage and start treatment rapidly.