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·May 17, 2018·6 min read

Artificial Intelligence Improves Stroke and Dementia Diagnosis in Brain Scans

Researchers say machine learning is up to 85% accurate at predicting the severity of small vessel disease, a condition associated with stroke and dementia.

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·May 17, 2018·4 min read

Most Deprived are More Likely to Develop Dementia

A new data analysis study of people born between 1902 and 1943 reveals 20% of the most deprived adults were 50% more likely to develop dementia.

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·May 17, 2018·3 min read

Microglia Are Key Defenders Against Prion Disease

A new study reveals the role microglia plays in helping to protect the brain against prion infection.

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·May 17, 2018·6 min read

Cannabidiol Significantly Reduces Seizures in Patients with Severe Form of Epilepsy

Researchers provide further evidence that the cannabis compound, CBD, is effective at reducing seizures in people with epilepsy. The new study reveals CBD significantly reduced seizures in people with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Previously, the researchers demonstrated CBD was effective at seizure control in Dravet syndrome.

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·May 17, 2018·6 min read

How the Brain Orchestrates Movement

Researchers shed light on what happens to specific neurons when neurodegenerative diseases impact movement. The findings could help in the development of new treatments for Parkinson's and Huntington's disease.

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·May 16, 2018·3 min read

Gene that Helps Prevent Brain Disease Identified

Researchers report the ANKRD16 can prevent protein aggregates associated with neurodegenerative diseases.

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·May 16, 2018·4 min read

Better Diet May Prevent Brain Shrinkage in Older Adults

Older adults who eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruits, fish and nuts have greater brain volume, a new study reveals. Researchers say diet can influence brain shrinkage and the development of neurodegenerative diseases as we age.

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·May 16, 2018·4 min read

How the Gut Influences Neurological Diseases

Researchers examine the role gut bacteria plays in the development of neurological disorders. Using mouse models of multiple sclerosis, researchers found compounds generated from the breakdown of tryptophan can cross the blood-brain barrier and activate anti-inflammatory pathways that limit neurodegeneration. Activation of these pathway have also been linked to Alzheimer's and brain cancers.

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

Link Between Huntington’s Disease and Rheumatoid Arthritis Discovered

Researchers have identified a genetic overlap between rheumatoid arthritis and Huntington's disease. The findings could open the door to developing new therapeutic targets and medications to combat both conditions.

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·May 15, 2018·4 min read

First Clues to the Causes of Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers report TOX, a DNA binding factor, may play a significant role in triggering multiple sclerosis. The study reports TOX promotes T cells to initiate autoimmune tissue destruction in the brain.

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·May 14, 2018·4 min read

Epigenetic Balance Reinstates Memory in Fly Model of Alzheimer’s

A new study reports researchers have successfully reversed memory loss in fly models of Alzheimer's disease by restoring the balance between to enzymes that regulate gene expression.

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·May 14, 2018·5 min read

Gene Variant May Increase Psychiatric Risk After TBI

A new study has linked the APOE4 gene to mental health issues some people face following TBI. Researchers report people with the APOE4 gene had significantly higher scores for depression, PTSD and anxiety following TBI than those without the genetic variant.