FeaturedNeurology·September 11, 2013·3 min readFat Marker Predicts Cognitive Decline in People with HIVResearchers discover levels of certain fats found in the CSF may predict which HIV patients are more likely to suffer from cognitive impairment.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·September 11, 2013·6 min readFaulty Stem Cell Regulation May Contribute to Cognitive Deficits Associated with Down SyndromeAccording to a new study, over-expression of the Usp16 gene could be a major contributor to neurological deficits associated with Down syndrome.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 9, 2013·6 min readTherapy Slows Onset and Progression of Lou Gehrig’s DiseaseBy reducing the expression of the SOD1 gene, ALS onset and progression is slowed, a new study suggests.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 9, 2013·4 min readBrain Circuitry Loss Could be a Very Early Sign of Cognitive Decline in Healthy Elderly PeopleResearchers find degeneration of the fornix can identify those at risk of cognitive decline long before clinical symptoms appear.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 19, 2013·4 min readCopper Identified as Culprit in Alzheimer’s DiseaseNew research suggests copper could be one of the main environmental factors which can trigger the onset and enhance the progression of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 16, 2013·4 min readEffects of Parkinson’s Disease Mutation Reversed in CellsResearchers discover a chemical in an anti-wrinkle cream could help prevent the death of nerve cells damaged by mutations, which cause an inherited form of Parkinson's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·August 14, 2013·4 min readHow Neurons Get WiredA new study reveals a previously unknown mechanism which establishes polarity in developing neurons. The findings could help to develop new therapies for spinal injuries and neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·August 14, 2013·1 min readA Genetic Answer to the Alzheimer’s Riddle?Researchers discover a form of CD33, which lacked a critical functional domain, correlates with a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Business·August 2, 2013·4 min readNew Drugs to Find the Right Target to Fight Alzheimer’s DiseaseResearchers reveal how two classes of drug compounds, which are currently in trial, work to fight Alzheimer's disease. They also identify possible causes of early onset hereditary forms of AD.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·August 1, 2013·4 min readPotential Nutritional Therapy for Childhood Neurodegenerative DiseaseResearchers have discovered the gene mutation responsible for pontocerebellar hypoplasia. Pontocerebellar hypoplasia is an incurable neurodegenerative disease which affects children.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 31, 2013·2 min read3-D Look at Prions May Help Find Cure to Brain DiseasesResearchers produce mini-antibodies and antibody fragments to study the interactions between antibodies and prion proteins.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 30, 2013·4 min readExercise May be the Best Medicine for Alzheimer’sA new study suggests exercise could improve cognitive function in people at risk for Alzheimer's disease as it improves the efficiency of brain activity associated with memory.Read More
