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The image shows a brain scan of a person with TBI.

·May 29, 2013·3 min read

From Trauma to Tau

Researchers discover traumatic brain injuries generate tau oligomers, a protein associated with Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases. The discovery could provide insight into lasting brain damage caused by TBI.

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·May 28, 2013·4 min read

Stem Cell Injections Improve Spinal Injuries in Rats

A new study reports a single injection of human neural stem cells produce neuronal regeneration and improved the function and mobility of rats impaired by acute spinal cord injuries.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 28, 2013·3 min read

Preventing ‘Traffic Jams’ in Brain Cells

Researchers discover presenilin, a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease, controls the speed at which materials move through brain cells. Defects in presenilin could lead to neuronal blockages with amyloid plaques, commonly associated with this neurodegenerative disorder.

Featured Genetics

·May 27, 2013·5 min read

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

Researchers have identified mutations in a number of genes which could be associated with the development of spontaneously occurring cases of ALS, a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease in which motor neurons gradually cease to function.

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Featured Psychology

·May 24, 2013·2 min read

Hormone Levels Could Provide Key to Understanding Psychological Disorders in Women

According to a new study, ovulating women may be more vulnerable to some psychological side effects associated with stressful experiences. The results suggest a monthly window of opportunity that could potentially be targeted in efforts to prevent common mental health problems developing in women.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 24, 2013·4 min read

Going Live – Immune Cell Activation in Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have presented two studies introducing new indicator molecules that can visualize the activation of T cells. Their findings provide new insight into the role of these cells in the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis.

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·May 23, 2013·3 min read

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Researchers have discovered some surprising insights about the process of axonal pruning. The findings could provide clues about the processes underlying some neurological disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 23, 2013·4 min read

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin, two compounds found in cinnamon, are showing promise in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.

The image which shows how enzymes act on Amyloid precursor protein.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 23, 2013·3 min read

Anti-Cancer Drug Viewed as Possible Alzheimer’s Treatment Doesn’t Work in UF Study

Bexarotene, an anti-cancer drug which is about to be tested in a clinical trial as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease, fails to reduce amyloid plagues; according to researchers replicating the original study.

The image shows a plastinated Alzheimer's brain.

Featured Neurology

·May 21, 2013·2 min read

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Using mouse models, researchers discover TSPO ligands can significantly decrease Alzheimer's related symptoms and improve memory. The discovery could lead to preventative and new treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.

The MRI image shows the location of the hippocampus in the brain.

Featured Genetics Psychology

·May 21, 2013·4 min read

Genetic Predictors of Postpartum Depression Uncovered

The alteration of the TTC9B and HP1BP3 genes, detected by a blood test during pregnancy, predicted the onset of postpartum depression with 85% accuracy in a small study.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 20, 2013·4 min read

Researchers Find Far-Reaching, Microvascular Damage in Uninjured Side of Brain After Stroke

New research suggests the integrity of the blood brain barrier is compromised for days after an ischemic stroke. This can lead to serious, life threatening complications. Repairing the BBB could prevent further complications.

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From Trauma to Tau

Stem Cell Injections Improve Spinal Injuries in Rats

Preventing ‘Traffic Jams’ in Brain Cells

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

Hormone Levels Could Provide Key to Understanding Psychological Disorders in Women

Going Live – Immune Cell Activation in Multiple Sclerosis

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Anti-Cancer Drug Viewed as Possible Alzheimer’s Treatment Doesn’t Work in UF Study

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Genetic Predictors of Postpartum Depression Uncovered

Researchers Find Far-Reaching, Microvascular Damage in Uninjured Side of Brain After Stroke

Looksmaxxing Trend Poses Health Risks for Young Men

How “Pink Noise” in Conversation Makes Chats Enjoyable

Can Obesity Drugs Protect the Brain?

SuperAger AI Connectome Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Early

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