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·July 21, 2016·4 min read

Three Alzheimer’s Genetic Risk Factors Linked to Immune Cell Dysfunction

Researchers report the TREM2 mutation can derail the immune cell's plaque-clearing activity.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·June 28, 2016·4 min read

Possible New Therapy for a Rare Childhood Disease

A new study reports bone marrow transplants can significantly delay the onset of motor deficits in mouse models of MLIV.

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·June 22, 2016·3 min read

Memory Loss Caused By West Nile Virus Explained

Neurological problems associated with West Nile disease could be due to the patient's immune system destroying parts of their neurons, researchers report.

Image shows amyloid beta attacking a cell.

Featured Neurology

·June 15, 2016·8 min read

A New Role For Amyloid Beta in Alzheimer’s

Researchers have developed a new technique to measure levels of amyloid beta in the brain. They have also discovered new insights into why mutations of the TREM2 gene increases the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 6, 2016·3 min read

IL-33 Ameliorates Alzheimer’s-Like Pathology and Cognitive Decline

Injections of IL-33 appear to rescue contextual memories and reduce amyloid beta deposits in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 27, 2016·5 min read

The Brain Needs Cleaning to Stay Healthy

Researchers have identified a mechanism that keeps the brain clean during neurodegenerative diseases.

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·May 19, 2016·4 min read

Mechanism That Reduces Effect of Cocaine on the Brain Identified

A new study reports microglia can diminish the adverse changes to neural circuitry bought on by chronic cocaine use.

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·May 19, 2016·3 min read

Immune Cells May Protect Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers report microglia may actually protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease by containing the spread of amyloid plaques.

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·May 12, 2016·4 min read

Study Reveals Why Chronic Pain May Persist

A new study may provide clues as to why chronic pain can persist, even though the injury that caused it has healed.

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·April 22, 2016·6 min read

Frontotemporal Dementia May be Triggered by Brain’s Immune System

According to researchers, FTD may be triggered by a defect in microglia.

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·April 19, 2016·4 min read

Can A Protein Reverse Alzheimer’s Symptoms in One Week?

Researchers report IL-33 can reduce memory and cognitive problems associated with Alzheimer's disease within one week of treatment in mice. Additionally, IL-33 can reduce the number and size of amyloid plaques.