FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 23, 2016·6 min readResearchers Successfully Transplant iPSC Derived Retinal Cells from One Monkey to Another Without RejectionResearchers report they have successfully transplanted retinal pigment cells derived from stem cells without rejection or the need of immunosuppressant drugs.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 22, 2016·5 min readBrain to Robot: “Move, Please”Researchers have developed a new robotic exoskeleton system that uses the power of thought control to help move a person's hand.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 22, 2016·6 min readResearchers Reverse Protein Clumping Involved in ALSA new study reveals stabilizing the SOD1 protein can help reverse protein clumping in neurons affected by ALS.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 22, 2016·4 min readNew Drug May Prevent Development and Reduce Progression of Multiple Sclerosis: Mouse StudyAccording to a new study, an experimental drug called laquinimod may help to prevent the development of and reduce the progression of multiple sclerosis.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·September 21, 2016·4 min readCould Fish Oils or Aspirin Delay Dementia?Researchers announce they are conducting a new study to find out if taking aspirin and omega 3 fish oils can improve memory and thinking skills, possibly delaying the onset of dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience Videos·September 21, 2016·6 min readDementia: Catching the Memory ThiefResearchers report that better education and standards of living may lower the risk of developing dementia than previously thought.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 21, 2016·4 min readStimulating Neurons Could Protect Against Brain DamageResearchers have discovered a previously unknown mechanism that allows neural networks to protect against the spread of secondary brain damage as seen in TBI and ischemic stroke.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 20, 2016·2 min readInternational Brain Initiative Launch and VIP Dialog: Towards an International Brain StationThe United States, in collaboration with other nations and the UN Conference on Trade and Development, has announced the launch of an International Brain Initiative.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 20, 2016·4 min readGenetic Switch Identified as Potential Target For Alzheimer’sA new study reports researchers have discovered an important mechanism that helps switch on a gene known to help protect against Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·September 20, 2016·3 min readShape Shifting Protein Behind Alzheimer’s DiseaseResearchers report amyloid beta may change its internal structure to be absorbed into the cell and become toxic.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 20, 2016·4 min readTrial Offers Hope of a Treatment for Spinal Muscular AtrophyResearchers believe they have discovered a promising new treatment for spinal muscular atrophy, a leading genetic cause of death in children.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·September 19, 2016·4 min readReprogramming Lymph Nodes to Fight Multiple SclerosisReprogramming lymph nodes could help to 'turn off' harmful immune attacks that occur in Multiple Sclerosis while keeping the immune system intact, a new study reports.Read More
