FeaturedNeuroscience·January 8, 2019·6 min readHistamines Can Boost Long Term Memory of ObjectsResearchers 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 18, 2018·6 min readImmune Response May Trigger Chronic Fatigue SyndromeResearchers 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
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 21, 2018·6 min readDNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’sA 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
AutismFeaturedNeuroscience·July 18, 2018·5 min readAutism Risk Determined by Health of Mother’s GutResearchers 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
FeaturedNeurology·April 11, 2018·5 min readDiscovery Could Let Doctors Customize Brain’s Immune Response to DiseaseResearchers have discovered a method to engraft immune cells in the brains of lab mice without the use of radiation.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·March 25, 2018·4 min readBugs and Allergies in Pregnancy Linked to Child Developmental Disorders, Including ADHD and AutismResearchers investigate the effects of maternal immune activation on the developing brain.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·December 8, 2017·4 min readUnique Pattern of Brain Inflammation May Explain Neurocognitive Impairment in HIV Patients on Antiretroviral DrugsPersistent inflammation may underlie HIV associated neurocognitive disorders in patients taking specific antiretroviral drugs, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 23, 2017·9 min readDNA Vaccine Protects Against Alzheimer’s Toxic ProteinsResearchers report a new DNA vaccine prompts an immune response to proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·April 5, 2016·2 min readNothing to Sneeze At: Receptor That Puts The Breaks on Allergic Response IdentifiedResearchers have identified a receptor protein that regulates immune response intensity in response to allergens.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·March 18, 2016·3 min readBrain May Show Signs of Aging Earlier Than Old AgeA new study the effects of neurodegeneration may be seen in middle age.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 23, 2015·4 min readStem Cell Treatment One Day After Spinal Cord Injury Prevents Immune Response That Leads to Loss of Bodily FunctionsA 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
FeaturedNeurology·October 6, 2015·2 min readStudy Reveals Why Protective Immune Response Can Sometimes Kill NeuronsA new study reveals a certain immune response, which usually helps cells recognize and kill viral infections, can sometimes cause apoptosis in neurons.Read More
