FeaturedNeuroscience·June 11, 2013·3 min readNew Therapy Target for Kids’ Fever-Induced SeizuresResearchers have identified a new key factor in the generation of febrile seizures. The findings could lead to new therapeutic treatments for fever induced seizures.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 10, 2013·3 min readAlzheimer’s and Low Blood Sugar in Diabetes May Trigger a Vicious CycleAccording to a new study, diabetic episodes of hypoglycemia may increase the risk of developing dementia, while having dimentia could increase the risk of experiencing low blood sugar levels.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 7, 2013·2 min readNeurochemical Traffic Signals May Open New Avenues for the Treatment of SchizophreniaResearchers uncover clues about the biochemical pathway in the brain which could expand treatment options for schizophrenia.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 5, 2013·4 min readNew Technique for Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery Proves Accurate and SafeNeurosurgeons have developed a new way to perform deep brain stimulation surgeries. The new technique allows for more accurate placement of the electrodes in the brain and is likely to be safer for patients.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 3, 2013·3 min readTechnique Could Identify Patients at High Risk of Stroke or Brain HemorrhageResearchers suggest measuring blood flow in the brain could be an easy and noninvasive way to predict hemorrhage or stroke in children receiving cardiac or respiratory support though ECMO technique.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 31, 2013·3 min readCircadian Rhythms Control Body’s Response to Intestinal InfectionsResearchers discover circadian rhythms can boost the body's ability to fight intestinal infections such as salmonella.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeatured·May 30, 2013·4 min readKetamine Cousin Rapidly Lifts Depression Without Side EffectsA new study funded by the NIMH suggests GLYX-13, a molecular cousin to ketamine, induces similar antidepressant results without the negative side effects of the well known street drug.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 23, 2013·4 min readScientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s DiseaseCinnamaldehyde and epicatechin, two compounds found in cinnamon, are showing promise in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 23, 2013·3 min readAnti-Cancer Drug Viewed as Possible Alzheimer’s Treatment Doesn’t Work in UF StudyBexarotene, an anti-cancer drug which is about to be tested in a clinical trial as a potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease, fails to reduce amyloid plagues; according to researchers replicating the original study.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 21, 2013·2 min readDrugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in MiceUsing mouse models, researchers discover TSPO ligands can significantly decrease Alzheimer's related symptoms and improve memory. The discovery could lead to preventative and new treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 17, 2013·3 min readStudy Identifies New Approach to Improving Treatments for MS and Other ConditionsResearchers discovered a novel molecular target for the design of drugs which could be safer and more effective for multiple sclerosis, as well as other disorders associated with the loss of white matter in the brain.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 13, 2013·4 min readScientists Develop Drug that Slows Alzheimer’s in MiceA drug developed by scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, known as J147, reverses memory deficits and slows Alzheimer's disease in aged mice following short-term treatment.Read More
