An examination of brainstems from children and young adults constantly exposed to air pollution reveals markers of Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and motor neuron disease. Findings suggest air pollution poses risks of serious neurological damage from an early age. Read More
A defective protein quality control system leads to motor neuron death associated with disorders like ALS. Read More
A new study reports high cholesterol may contribute to the risk of developing ALS. The findings suggest cholesterol lowering drugs, such as statins, could help to prevent the onsite of the neurodegenerative disease. Read More
A new study reports those with ADHD are at an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease. The study reveals people with ADHD are twice as likely to develop early onset Parkinson's between the ages of 21-66. Additionally, those who are prescribed stimulant medications to help reduce ADHD symptoms, including Ritalin and Adderal, are at a 6-8 times increased risk of developing Parkinson's. Read More
Researchers believe a newly discovered mechanism may contribute to cell death in people suffering from ALS and dementia. Read More
Study could help pave the way for new research for neurodegenerative conditions such as motor neuron disease and muscular dystrophy. Read More
Researchers have discovered a potential treatment that may help delay motor neuron loss in ALS. Read More
A new study reveals three new genes associated with ALS. One of the genes, C21orf2, could increase a person's risk of developing ALS by 65 percent. Read More
TAxI, a small peptide has been shown to be an effective vehicle for shuttling functional proteins into the spinal cord, a new study reports. Read More
Researchers have discovered mechanisms that lead to neurodegeneration. Read More
Researchers report insufficient blood supply could contribute to motor neuron loss in SMA. Read More
According to researchers, astrocytes lose the ability to support motor neurons as ALS progresses. Read More