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·May 9, 2026·8 min read

Reducing Visceral Fat Protects the Brain for Decades

A landmark 16-year MRI study identified cumulative abdominal fat as a specific, modifiable risk factor for brain atrophy. The findings demonstrate that sustained reductions in visceral fat, mediated by better glucose control, are essential for preserving hippocampal volume and cognitive function in late midlife, independent of total weight loss.

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·May 8, 2026·8 min read

Brain Switch for Action and Stress Identified

By mapping the interaction between the locus coeruleus and the anterior cingulate cortex, researchers found a mechanism that regulates the intensity of the body’s fight-or-flight responses. This discovery offers a transformative roadmap for treating Parkinson’s mobility issues and modulating stress-induced cravings in alcohol use disorder.

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·May 8, 2026·8 min read

Brain Pathway Identification Could Slow Parkinson’s

Researchers identified a sex-specific pathway that preserves dopamine-producing neurons in females. By reinforcing nicotine-responsive receptors without using nicotine, the team successfully reduced signs of degeneration, marking a critical step toward disease-modifying therapies.

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·May 8, 2026·9 min read

The “Goldilocks” Choice: Why Older Adults are Turning to Cannabis

New research shows that seniors are turning to edible cannabis to manage pain and sleep, often choosing "Goldilocks" combination products based on advice from friends rather than doctors.

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·May 7, 2026·7 min read

Gene Therapy Restores Walking After Paralysis

Researchers have used a designer cytokine, hIL-6, to "rewire" the spinal cord by stimulating the sprouting of new connections from intact nerve fibers. This approach successfully restored coordinated walking in paralyzed mice, highlighting a powerful new strategy for treating spinal cord contusions.

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Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 30, 2026·8 min read

Glucose Levels Signal the Growth of Myelin

Researchers discover that local glucose levels act as a signal that determines when stem cells mature into myelin-producing oligodendrocytes.

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·April 28, 2026·8 min read

AI Found the Key to Pre-Symptom Alzheimer’s

FINGERS-7B, presented at ICLR 2026, uses "biological fingerprints" to identify preclinical Alzheimer's a decade before symptoms appear.

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·April 28, 2026·7 min read

43% of Antipsychotics for Seniors Start in Hospitals

Antipsychotic prescriptions are "sticky," often continuing for over a year after being initiated in hospital settings.

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Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 28, 2026·13 min read

Brain Health Redefined as a Birth-to-Death Journey

Researchers introduce a "lifespan framework" for brain health, identifying social and environmental drivers of dementia and stroke.

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Featured Neuroscience

·April 25, 2026·10 min read

Astrocytes Identified as Key Target for Treating Fragile X Syndrome

A new study identifies astrocytes as a crucial therapeutic target for Fragile X syndrome, offering hope for treating seizures and sensory issues.

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Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·April 24, 2026·8 min read

Immature Neurons and the Secret to Alzheimer’s Resilience

The behavior of immature neurons, not just their quantity, is the secret to why some brains resist dementia.

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Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·April 24, 2026·8 min read

Molecular Trigger for Alzheimer’s Brain Inflammation Found

A preclinical study identifies a precision target to quiet the brain's immune system in Alzheimer’s without disabling its defense against infections.

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