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·January 8, 2019·6 min read

Histamines Can Boost Long Term Memory of Objects

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.

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·December 18, 2018·6 min read

Immune Response May Trigger Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

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.

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·November 21, 2018·6 min read

DNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’s

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.

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·July 18, 2018·5 min read

Autism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s Gut

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.

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·April 11, 2018·5 min read

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

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

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·March 25, 2018·4 min read

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

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

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·December 8, 2017·4 min read

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

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

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·May 23, 2017·9 min read

DNA Vaccine Protects Against Alzheimer’s Toxic Proteins

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

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·April 5, 2016·2 min read

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

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

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·March 18, 2016·3 min read

Brain May Show Signs of Aging Earlier Than Old Age

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

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·November 23, 2015·4 min read

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

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.

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·October 6, 2015·2 min read

Study Reveals Why Protective Immune Response Can Sometimes Kill Neurons

A new study reveals a certain immune response, which usually helps cells recognize and kill viral infections, can sometimes cause apoptosis in neurons.

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