FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·November 17, 2017·5 min readHow the Immune System Identifies Invading BacteriaA new Science study reveals researchers have been able to witness NAIP5, an immune system protein in mice, scan a bacterial protein in six different ways to help ensure correct identification.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·November 6, 2017·5 min readSaving Neurons May Offer New Approach for Treating Alzheimer’s DiseaseAccording to researchers, the compound P7C3 may help to protect against neuron death and memory problems associated with Alzheimer's disease without altering the buildup of amyloid plaques or neurofibrillary tangles in rat brains.Read More
FeaturedMost PopularNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 5, 2017·5 min readGut Bacteria Linked to Age Related ConditionsResearchers transplanted gut bacteria from older mice into young mice and noted age related chronic inflammation following the procedure. The process, dubbed inflammaging, is linked to conditions associated with older age such as stoke and dementia.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 3, 2017·6 min readBlood Clotting Protein Prevents Repair in the BrainA new study sheds light on demylination diseases like Multiple Sclerosis. Researchers discovered a blood clotting protein can leak into the central nervous system and prevent myelin production.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 30, 2017·5 min readPowerful Biomarker of Multiple Sclerosis DiscoveredResearchers have identified a unique biomarker in the blood of people with Multiple Sclerosis. Using a simple blood test, researchers were able to identify those with MS and discriminate between people at different stages of the disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 28, 2017·5 min readComputer Simulation Suggests Multiple Sclerosis is a Single DiseaseUsing a mathematical model based on experimental data from multiple sclerosis patients, researchers performed computer simulations of the different known biological processes associated with the disease. They discovered the symptoms and disease course are produced by the same underlying mechanism that damages the nerve cells over time.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·October 26, 2017·5 min readImmune Cells Could Help Rebuild Damaged NervesA new study reveals neutrophils can help the nervous system clear nerve debris and assist with neuroregeneration.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·October 25, 2017·5 min readGut Bacteria May Predict PTSD RiskPeople with PTSD had lower levels of three different gut bacteria than individuals who experienced trauma but didn't develop the disorder, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 23, 2017·5 min readAltered Tetanus Vaccine May Protect Against Allergies and Alzheimer’sCombining a tetanus vaccine with a virus particle may prove effective as a protection against Alzheimer's. The vaccine could also be used to treat allergies and psoriasis, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·October 23, 2017·4 min readActivation of Immune T Cells Leads to Behavioral ChangesA new Nature Immunology study reveals immune cells alter the body's metabolism when activated, leading to changes in behavior.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 23, 2017·4 min readConnection Between Microbiome and Autoimmune DisordersA new mechanism in the gut microbiome has implications for autoimmune disorders, a new study reveals.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 11, 2017·8 min readAllergy Drug Improves Function in Patients with Chronic Injury from Multiple SclerosisUCSF researchers reveal a common over the counter antihistamine appears to accelerate neural signaling and restore nervous system functioning for some multiple sclerosis patients.Read More
