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Schizophrenia Linked to Abnormal Immune Response to Herpes Virus that Causes Mono

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 9, 2019

A new study reports people with schizophrenia have higher levels of antibodies against Epstein-Barr virus, a herpes virus that causes mononucleosis. Researchers propose two explanations for the link to the heightened immune response to the virus: schizophrenia may alter the immune system, making patients more susceptible to EBV, or EBV may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia.... Read More...

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Histamines Can Boost Long Term Memory of Objects

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 8, 2019

Researchers report histamines can help improve memory of objects up-to 25 days longer than normal in mice, as well as improving people's long term memory test scores. The study suggests taking histamines may help alleviate symptoms of memory disorders such as Alzheimer's and other dementias.... Read More...

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Immune Response May Trigger Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsDecember 18, 2018

Researchers report an exaggerated immune response can trigger chronic fatigue syndrome. The study reveals levels of Il-10 were higher in those who developed lasting fatigue, suggesting the immune system may have been primed to over respond.... Read More...

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DNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsNovember 21, 2018

A new DNA vaccine tested in mice significantly reduces tau and amyloid beta, two proteins implicated in Alzheimer's disease. The findings, researchers say, may pave the way for clinical trials in humans with the neurodegenerative disease.... Read More...

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Autism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s Gut

Neuroscience NewsJuly 18, 2018

Researchers have successfully identified autism risk in young mice by examining their mother's microbiome during pregnancy. The study, which may offer the earliest detection of autism, could pave the way to developing preventative measures against forms of autism by altering the maternal diet and probiotic intake.... Read More...

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Discovery Could Let Doctors Customize Brain’s Immune Response to Disease

Neuroscience NewsApril 11, 2018

Researchers have discovered a method to engraft immune cells in the brains of lab mice without the use of radiation. ... Read More...

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

Neuroscience NewsMarch 25, 2018

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

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Unique Pattern of Brain Inflammation May Explain Neurocognitive Impairment in HIV Patients on Antiretroviral Drugs

Neuroscience NewsDecember 8, 2017

Persistent inflammation may underlie HIV associated neurocognitive disorders in patients taking specific antiretroviral drugs, a new study reports.... Read More...

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DNA Vaccine Protects Against Alzheimer’s Toxic Proteins

Neuroscience NewsMay 23, 2017

Researchers report a new DNA vaccine prompts an immune response to proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...

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Nothing to Sneeze At: Receptor That Puts The Breaks on Allergic Response Identified

Neuroscience NewsApril 5, 2016

Researchers have identified a receptor protein that regulates immune response intensity in response to allergens.... Read More...

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Brain May Show Signs of Aging Earlier Than Old Age

Neuroscience NewsMarch 18, 2016

A new study the effects of neurodegeneration may be seen in middle age.... Read More...

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Stem Cell Treatment One Day After Spinal Cord Injury Prevents Immune Response That Leads to Loss of Bodily Functions

Neuroscience NewsNovember 23, 2015

A new study reports stem cell treatments given one day following spinal cord injury can help prevent certain immune responses that can lead to the loss of bodily functions.... Read More...

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Psychology

Psychological Distress is a Risk Factor for Dementia

Differences Among Neurons that Coincide with Psychiatric Conditions

Difficulties with Audiovisual Processing Contributes to Childhood Dyslexia

Schizophrenia Linked to Abnormal Immune Response to Herpes Virus that Causes Mono

Histamines Can Boost Long Term Memory of Objects

Immune Response May Trigger Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

DNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’s

Autism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s Gut

Discovery Could Let Doctors Customize Brain’s Immune Response to Disease

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

Unique Pattern of Brain Inflammation May Explain Neurocognitive Impairment in HIV Patients on Antiretroviral Drugs

DNA Vaccine Protects Against Alzheimer’s Toxic Proteins

Nothing to Sneeze At: Receptor That Puts The Breaks on Allergic Response Identified

Brain May Show Signs of Aging Earlier Than Old Age

Stem Cell Treatment One Day After Spinal Cord Injury Prevents Immune Response That Leads to Loss of Bodily Functions