FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 8, 2017·4 min readLithium May Prevent Neuron Damage In TBI PatientsAccording to researchers, lithium, a drug commonly used to treat bipolar disorder, and rapamycin can help to protect neurons from further damage in those with TBI.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 8, 2017·5 min readWhy Some Images Trigger SeizuresResearchers believe they have figured out what it is about some static images that trigger seizures in those with photosensitive epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 5, 2017·5 min readSurprising Role Omega-3 Fatty Acids Play in Keeping Blood-Brain Barrier ClosedResearchers discover that, in addition to their other health benefits, Omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in protecting the integrity of the blood-brain barrier.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·May 5, 2017·9 min readHand That Sees Offers New Hope For AmputeesResearchers have developed a new prosthetic hand with the ability to 'see' objects. They believe their invention can allow the wearer to automatically reach for objects.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·May 4, 2017·4 min readFirst Synthetic Retina For the Visually Impaired CreatedResearchers bioengineer a retina that from synthetic and biological tissue. The development could revolutionize the bionic implant industry.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 4, 2017·4 min readBrain Model Explores the Cause of Different Epileptic Seizure Onset PatternsA new study explores which of the two main patterns of brain activity may be seen during the onset of an epileptic seizure.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·May 4, 2017·3 min readBreast Milk May Aid White Matter Microstructural Organization in Preterm BabiesAn important new study reveals breast feeding not only helps pass immunity onto infants and reduces the risk of obesity, it can also help preterm babies develop more robust white matter.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience VideosPain·May 4, 2017·2 min readUsing Simple Brain Scan to Detect Pain in InfantsResearchers have developed an EEG technique that can help monitor pain in infants. The believe the technology could have beneficial applications in testing pain and analgesic efficacy in older non-verbal patients also.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·May 3, 2017·4 min readGene Mutation May Speed Up Memory Loss in Alzheimer’sResearchers have identified a gene mutation that can accelerate memory loss and cognitive function in those at risk of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·May 3, 2017·3 min readExercise Study Offers Hope in Fight Against Alzheimer’sLight exercise, such as walking, could offer hope for re-establishing some neural connections in people with MCI and Alzheimer's.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 3, 2017·3 min readActive Gaming is Good For Brain Health and MemoryAccording to researchers, playing video games that involve physical activity can help to boost memory and brain health as we age.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 3, 2017·5 min readAntibiotic Doxycycline May Offer Hope As Parkinson’s TreatmentLower doses of the common antibiotic Doxycycline reduces toxicity of alpha synuclein and may be used to help treat Parkinson's disease, a new study reports.Read More