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Featured Neurology

·April 11, 2016·2 min read

Molecular Pathway May Control Central Nervous System Inflammation

Researchers have identified a possible new drug target for neuroinflammation.

Featured Neurology

·April 11, 2016·2 min read

Dysfunctional Endosomes Precede Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s Disease

Abnormalities are linked to axonal dysfunctions and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome, a new study reports.

Featured Neurology

·April 11, 2016·4 min read

New Strategy to Treat Central Nervous System Injury

Researchers report the gene that encodes Ryk enhances the ability to remodel neural circuits and recover fine motor control following spinal cord injury.

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Featured Genetics Neurology

·April 11, 2016·2 min read

Zika Virus Reduced Growth and Induces Cell Death in Human Minibrains

Researchers unravel some key features of Zika virus on the developing brain.

Featured Neurology Pain

·April 11, 2016·6 min read

Small Nerve Fibers Defy Neuropathy Conventions

A new study reports prediabetes may be more damaging to motor nerves than previously believed.

Featured Neurology

·April 11, 2016·3 min read

Novel Molecules Protect Neurons Against Damage from Alzheimer’s Protein

Researchers report benzothiazole amphiphiles could help combat dendritic spine loss in neurodegenerative diseases.

Featured Neurology

·April 11, 2016·3 min read

Why People With Alzheimer’s Stop Recognizing the Faces of Loved Ones

In addition to causing memory loss, Alzheimer's disease also impairs visual facial perception, a new study reveals.

This is a digitally-colorized transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of Zika virus.

Featured Neurology

·April 10, 2016·2 min read

Zika Virus May Also Be Tied to Another Brain Disorder

Researchers report the Zika virus may also be tied to an automimmune disease that attacks myelin similar to multiple sclerosis.

Featured Neurology

·April 10, 2016·4 min read

Diabetes and Dementia Link: Alzheimer’s Impairs Insulin Signalling

A new study reports Alzheimer's disease impairs insulin signalling in the hypothalamus, making it more likely that a person with Alzheimer's to develop diabetes.