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oligodendrocytes from alzheimer's brain tissue are shown

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·May 1, 2019·6 min read

A comprehensive map of how Alzheimer’s affects the brain

Axon myelination is significantly disrupted in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also found brain cells of men and women vary significantly in how their genes respond to the neurodegenerative disease.

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·November 8, 2016·4 min read

Brain ‘Fat’ Key to Mental Health

A new study reports researchers have discovered a previously unknown relationship between brain function and structure. The findings could help explain how communication breaks down in diseases such as multiple sclerosis and schizophrenia.

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·May 11, 2017·5 min read

Everyday Chemicals May Affect Brain Development, Including Fetal IQ

Researchers look at the potentially negative role exposure to some common chemicals can have on brain development and IQ.

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·October 26, 2016·4 min read

Genetic Risk Factor for Binge Eating Discovered

A new study has identified a gene that appears to be associated with binge eating.

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·May 10, 2012·4 min read

Glial Cells Supply Nerve Fibers with Energy-Rich Metabolic Products

Glial cells pass on metabolites to neurons. Around 100 billion neurons in the human brain enable us to think, feel...

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·June 19, 2018·4 min read

How Autism Associated Gene Affects the Brain

CHD8, a gene associated with autism plays a significant role in oligodendrocyte development, researchers report.

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·September 13, 2012·3 min read

How Early Social Deprivation Impairs Long-Term Cognitive Function

A study shows social isolation during early life prevents the cells that make up the brain's white matter from maturing and producing the right amount of myelin, the fatty "insulation" on nerve fibers that helps them transmit long-distance messages within the brain.

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·April 24, 2019·4 min read

Hypersociability in Williams syndrome result of Myelination deficits

Myelin thickness and oligodendrocytes were significantly reduced in the prefrontal cortex in mouse models of Williams syndrome.

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·June 7, 2016·5 min read

Myelin Cells Feel the Force

Researchers describe the mechanical forces at play during myelination.

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·December 8, 2016·5 min read

New Clues to Myelination Could Help Identify Ways to Intervene in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers discovered an important component of myelination following birth that could help treat neurodegenerative diseases.

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·February 20, 2016·6 min read

Novel Combination of Ingredients in Formula Offers Support for Brain Development

Researchers report a novel combination of MFGM, lactoferrin and prebiotics added to a DHA and ARA formula advanced brain development in piglets. This advanced formula could potentially be used on human babies.