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·June 10, 2013·3 min read

Alzheimer’s and Low Blood Sugar in Diabetes May Trigger a Vicious Cycle

According 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.

Images shows new medium spiny neurons (in green) integrating into brain's existing networks

Featured Genetics

·June 6, 2013·5 min read

Scientists Coax Brain to Regenerate Cells Lost in Huntington’s Disease

Researchers mobilize the brain's native stem cells to replenish medium spiny neurons which are lost in Huntington's disease.

The image shows the location of the hippocampus in the brain.

Featured Neuroscience

·June 3, 2013·3 min read

Manipulating Memory in the Hippocampus

Modifying the levels of tomosyn protein in the hippocampus of mice, researchers noted over production of the protein led to a sharp decline in the ability to learn and memorize information.

The image shows a PET scan of a brain affected by parkinson's disease.

Featured Genetics

·May 31, 2013·2 min read

How Disease Mutations Affect the Parkin Protein

Researchers have determined the crystal structure of Parkin, a protein found in cells which, when matured, can lead to a hereditary form of Parkinson's disease.

the image shows the difference between Hematopoietic and Stromal Stem Cells.

Featured Genetics

·May 28, 2013·3 min read

Engineered Stem Cell Advance Points Toward Treatment for ALS

Transplanting human stem cells into rat models with ALS improved survival and muscle function, according to a new study.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 28, 2013·3 min read

Preventing ‘Traffic Jams’ in Brain Cells

Researchers discover presenilin, a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease, controls the speed at which materials move through brain cells. Defects in presenilin could lead to neuronal blockages with amyloid plaques, commonly associated with this neurodegenerative disorder.

Featured Genetics

·May 27, 2013·5 min read

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

Researchers have identified mutations in a number of genes which could be associated with the development of spontaneously occurring cases of ALS, a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease in which motor neurons gradually cease to function.

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·May 23, 2013·3 min read

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Researchers have discovered some surprising insights about the process of axonal pruning. The findings could provide clues about the processes underlying some neurological disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 23, 2013·4 min read

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin, two compounds found in cinnamon, are showing promise in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.

The image which shows how enzymes act on Amyloid precursor protein.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 23, 2013·3 min read

Anti-Cancer Drug Viewed as Possible Alzheimer’s Treatment Doesn’t Work in UF Study

Bexarotene, 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.

The image shows a plastinated Alzheimer's brain.

Featured Neurology

·May 21, 2013·2 min read

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Using 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.

The image shows the amyloid fibril proteins discussed in the article.

Featured Neurology

·May 20, 2013·4 min read

Molecular Trigger for Alzheimer’s Disease Identified

A new study has pinpointed a catalytic trigger for the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The findings could play a central role in the diagnostics and new drug development for neurodegenerative diseases.

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neurodegenerative diseases

Alzheimer’s and Low Blood Sugar in Diabetes May Trigger a Vicious Cycle

Scientists Coax Brain to Regenerate Cells Lost in Huntington’s Disease

Manipulating Memory in the Hippocampus

How Disease Mutations Affect the Parkin Protein

Engineered Stem Cell Advance Points Toward Treatment for ALS

Preventing ‘Traffic Jams’ in Brain Cells

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Anti-Cancer Drug Viewed as Possible Alzheimer’s Treatment Doesn’t Work in UF Study

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Molecular Trigger for Alzheimer’s Disease Identified

Looksmaxxing Trend Poses Health Risks for Young Men

How “Pink Noise” in Conversation Makes Chats Enjoyable

Can Obesity Drugs Protect the Brain?

SuperAger AI Connectome Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Early

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