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Scientists should have sex and gender on the brain

Neuroscience NewsNovember 6, 2019

Incorporating sex (the biological attributes distinguishing males, females, or intersex individuals) and gender (psychological, social, and cultural factors which affect how a human identifies in society) could help improve scientific research, reduce bias and create new opportunities for innovation.... Read More...

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Immune cells rewire and repair the brain while we sleep

Neuroscience NewsOctober 21, 2019

Microglia play a critical role in reorganizing neural connections, fighting infections, and repairing damage to neurons while we sleep.... Read More...

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First evidence of immune response targeting brain cells in autism

Neuroscience NewsOctober 17, 2019

Examining postmortem brains of ASD patients, researchers discover an accumulation of immune cells surrounding blood vessels in the brain. They also found blebs accumulating around blood vessels that contained astrocyte debris. The findings suggest autism may be an autoimmune disorder.... Read More...

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Gut immunity more developed before birth than previously thought

Neuroscience NewsOctober 14, 2019

The fetal gut has far better developed immune capabilities than previously thought. The findings could help develop new maternal vaccines and provide early insight into potential autoimmune disorders, which may occur later in life.... Read More...

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Alzheimer’s disease risk gene APOE4 impairs function of brain immune cells

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 16, 2019

APOE4 increases the inflammatory response of human microglia while reducing cellular migration. The gene also impairs the metabolic activity of the immune cells. The findings show APOE4 has a profound impact on the basic functions of microglia.... Read More...

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Creation of new brain cells plays an underappreciated role in Alzheimer’s disease

Neuroscience NewsAugust 30, 2019

Microglia may play a significant role in disrupting neurogenesis in those with Alzheimer's disease. When mice were given drugs which caused microglial cells to die, neurogenesis returned to normal.... Read More...

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Fingerprint of Multiple Sclerosis Immune Cells Identified

Neuroscience NewsJuly 23, 2019

T helper cells in the blood of patients with multiple sclerosis infiltrate the central nervous system, causing inflammation and neural damage. ... Read More...

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Study pinpoints cell types affected in brains of multiple sclerosis patients

Neuroscience NewsJuly 17, 2019

Projection neurons have been implicated in the progression of multiple sclerosis. A new study reports projection neurons are damaged by immune cells. This damage could contribute to both atrophy and cognitive changes associated with the disease.... Read More...

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Immune cells invade aging brains, disrupt new nerve cell formation

Neuroscience NewsJuly 3, 2019

Intrusive T cells have been discovered in the brain's neurogenic niches of older mice and humans. Findings suggest the T cells impair neurogenesis.... Read More...

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Breastfeeding moms’ milk can transfer life-long protection against infection to their babies

Neuroscience NewsMay 30, 2019

Maternal exposure to infection prior to pregnancy can transfer into life long cellular immunity in infants who are breastfed.... Read More...

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Blocking protein curbs memory loss in old mice

Neuroscience NewsMay 14, 2019

Blocking VCAM1 increased neurogenesis, and reduced microglia reactivity in the hippocampus of older mice. ... Read More...

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Detailed brain map uncovers hidden immune cells that may be involved in neurodegenerative disorders

Neuroscience NewsMay 6, 2019

Using mouse models, researchers have developed a comprehensive map of the brain's immune cells. The study found microglia in the choroid plexus showed a similar activation state as microglia that come into contact with Amyloid deposits. ... Read More...

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