FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 6, 2018·5 min readArtificial Intelligence Predicts Alzheimer’s Years Before DiagnosisA new convolutional neural network uses PET brain scans to detect biological signs of Alzheimer's disease years before the symptoms appear, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 5, 2018·4 min readDrinking Coffee May Reduce Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s RisksAccording to researchers, drinking coffee could reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease. The study reports dark roasted coffee appears to have better neuroprotective qualities than light roasts.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·November 5, 2018·3 min readGenetic Risk Factor for CTE DetectedA new study identifies a genetic mutation that may influence the severity of CTE.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·November 5, 2018·2 min readDisrupted Circadian Rhythms May Drive Anxiety and Exacerbate Brain DisordersResearchers report sleep disruptions may not only be a symptom of neurological diseases, circadian rhythm disruptions may drive the brain pathology that contributes to anxiety, dementias and other disorders.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·November 4, 2018·5 min readEvidence of Brain Injuries in Football Players at Surprisingly Young AgeResearchers find evidence of cognitive issues and miRNA biomarkers, indicating brain injuries from concussions or head-to-head contact, in college football players. The findings indicated lasting damage caused by sports related concussions occur earlier than expected.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 2, 2018·3 min readNature of Immune Cells in Brain DiscoveredResearchers have discovered how the nature of T cells help protect the brain from viruses. The findings shed light on the role the immune system plays in a number of neurodegenerative disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·November 1, 2018·4 min readAnti-Convulsant Drug Reduces Major Depression SymptomsEzogabine, an FDA approved anti-convulsant, appears to significantly reduce symptoms in those with major depressive disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·November 1, 2018·4 min readInflammation Can Lead to Circadian Sleep DisordersUsing new technology to turn inflammation on and off in mice, researchers discover inflammation may contribute to sleep disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 31, 2018·5 min readAppendix Removal May Lower Parkinson’s RiskResearchers report those who have had appendectomies have a reduced risk of developing Parkinson's disease. A new study reveals the appendix acts as a reservoir for proteins associated with the neurodegenerative disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 30, 2018·2 min readHow Salt Can Trigger Inflammation in Multiple SclerosisA new study reports salt could be a possible trigger for inflammation in multiple sclerosis. Researchers report cells in a high salt environment show activation of the beta catenin/Wnt signaling pathway, a pathway previously implicated in disrupting regulatory T cells and triggering inflammation.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurology·October 29, 2018·4 min readBigger Brains Could Increase Cancer RiskA new study reports bigger brain size could mean an increased risk of developing brain cancer. The reason, researchers say, is simple. Bigger brains have more brain cells, and thus a greater potential for cell mutations that lead to cancer.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·October 29, 2018·3 min readStress May Affect Brain Size and Memory in Middle AgeA new study reports middle aged people with higher levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, have lower brain volume and a higher risk of memory impairment.Read More