FeaturedNeurology·November 1, 2016·7 min readCombined Training May Prevent Falls Associated With Parkinson’s and Other DisordersAccording to a new study, combining virtual reality with treadmill training could help prevent dangerous falls associated with Parkinson's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 1, 2016·5 min readFruits and Veggies May Slow ALS ProgressA healthy diet with antioxidants and carotenoids is associated with better function in ALS, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 29, 2016·4 min readHigh Blood Pressure May Impair Cognitive Function and Pose Risk for Alzheimer’sA new study reports high blood pressure in middle age may lead to cognitive impairment and could be a risk factor for Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 28, 2016·4 min readBreakthrough in the Production of Dopamine Neurons for Parkinson’sNew studies may help to explain the path from stem cells to dopamine neurons.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 28, 2016·6 min readStructure of Toxic Tau Aggregates Determines Type of Dementia, Rate of ProgressionA new study may help shed light on the diversity of dementias linked to tau protein aggregation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 26, 2016·4 min readNew Neurons in the BrainResearchers have successfully transplanted embryonic neurons into damaged neural networks, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 25, 2016·8 min readVitamin D Engages Longevity Gene to Increase Lifespan: C. elgans StudyVitamin D appears to engage longevity genes to increase lifespan and prevent the accumulation of neurotoxic proteins linked to age related diseases, such as Alzheimer's, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·October 25, 2016·4 min readStudy Identifies Two New Genes Responsible for Alzheimer’s in African AmericansResearchers have discovered two genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease among African Americans.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 25, 2016·5 min readTracking Alzheimer’s Progression By Analyzing Brain Structure ShapeStructural brain asymmetries are greater in those who are most likely to develop dementia, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 24, 2016·5 min readIncreasing Muscle Strength Can Improve Brain FunctionImproving muscle strength can also improve brain function in those with MCI, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 24, 2016·5 min readHelping Alzheimer’s Patients Recall Their Grandchildren’s NamesResearchers report a telemedicine speech therapy program can help people recall words they had 'lost' as a result of dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 21, 2016·4 min readSmart Glove Could Help Monitor Parkinson’s PatientsResearchers are exploring how they can transform common items of clothing to help monitor Parkinson's disease and other neurological conditions.Read More
