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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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Frontotemporal dementia is associated with alterations in immune system function

Neuroscience NewsOctober 16, 2019

Researchers discovered increased inflammatory activity in a subgroup of patients with frontotemporal dementia. The increased inflammation was indicated by elevated levels of cytokines known to increase inflammatory response and decreased levels of IL-10, which reduces inflammation. The inflammation was associated with Parkinsonism's symptoms and rapid cognitive and functional decline. The study also revealed patients with FTD are less likely to develop cancer.... 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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Surprise contributor to multiple sclerosis identified

Neuroscience NewsOctober 7, 2019

Oligodendrocyte progenitor cells (OPCs) actively contribute to neuroinflammation associated with multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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Targeting certain rogue T cells prevents and reverses multiple sclerosis: Mouse study

Neuroscience NewsOctober 4, 2019

TH17 cells produced increased amounts of SerpinB1, a protein implicated in multiple sclerosis symptoms. SerpinB1 cells were identified with antibodies targeting the CXCR6 surface protein. Using monoclonal antibodies to target CXCR6, the cells disappeared significantly, and the mice primed to develop MS did not develop the disease.... Read More...

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Parkinson’s disease is also present in the blood

Neuroscience NewsOctober 3, 2019

Parkinson's disease involves monocytic alterations in the blood. The cells have reduced viability and are unresponsive to specific stimuli, which could have relevant consequences for the progression of Parkinson's. Immune modulation medications may be a new treatment option to inhibit neurodegeneration associated with PD.... Read More...

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A brain protein that could put the brakes on Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsOctober 1, 2019

Reducing the expression of the protein TOM1 in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease increased the pathology, exacerbated cognitive problems, and raised levels of inflammation in the brain. Restoring TOM1 reversed the effects. Findings suggest a new therapeutic target for treating dementia.... Read More...

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Study finds age hinders cancer development

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 27, 2019

Alterations associated with aging and cellular senescence may be linked to a decrease in cell proliferation, while cancer shifts towards increased cell division. The study challenges the traditional view that cancer risks increase as we age, finding the aging process may suppress the development of cancer.... Read More...

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Autoantibodies in pregnancy: A cause of behavioral disorders in the child?

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 19, 2019

Embryonic damage caused by autoantibodies is implicated in a range of behavioral and psychological disorders, including schizophrenia, autism, and ADHD.... Read More...

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How sleepless nights compromise the health of your gut

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 18, 2019

Study reveals the function of specific immune cells, well documented as playing a significant role in gut health, is directly controlled by our circadian clock.... Read More...

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Transplanted brain stem cells survive without anti-rejection drugs

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 16, 2019

Researchers have developed a new method to transplant neural stem cells into mice without the need for lifelong anti-rejection medications.... Read More...

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A new approach for treating inflammation

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 16, 2019

Targeting the miR-199, a microRNA which reduces the migration of neutrophils could potentially reduce inflammation without compromising the immune system.... Read More...

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First evidence of immune response targeting brain cells in autism

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Neuroscience

Male and female mice have different brain cells

First evidence of immune response targeting brain cells in autism

How hunger makes food tastier

Neurology

First evidence of immune response targeting brain cells in autism

Hormone therapy associated with improved cognition

Frontotemporal dementia is associated with alterations in immune system function

AI

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Computer model helps make sense of human memory

AI helps scientists predict depression outcomes

Robotics

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Electronic glove offers ‘humanlike’ features for prosthetic hand users

Robotic thread is designed to slip through the brain’s blood vessels

Psychology

Investigating the full spectrum of suicide

New insights into biological underpinnings of schizophrenia

Researchers discover potential therapy to treat detrimental effects of marijuana

immune system

First evidence of immune response targeting brain cells in autism

Frontotemporal dementia is associated with alterations in immune system function

Gut immunity more developed before birth than previously thought

Surprise contributor to multiple sclerosis identified

Targeting certain rogue T cells prevents and reverses multiple sclerosis: Mouse study

Parkinson’s disease is also present in the blood

A brain protein that could put the brakes on Alzheimer’s

Study finds age hinders cancer development

Autoantibodies in pregnancy: A cause of behavioral disorders in the child?

How sleepless nights compromise the health of your gut

Transplanted brain stem cells survive without anti-rejection drugs

A new approach for treating inflammation