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The diagram shows head and neck regions associated with cancer.

·June 18, 2013·2 min read

Study Shows How the Nanog Protein Promotes Growth of Head and Neck Cancer

Researchers have identified a biochemical pathway in cancer stem cells which are essential for the development of head and neck cancers.

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·June 18, 2013·3 min read

Concussion Patients Show Alzheimer’s-Like Brain Abnormalities

A new study has discovered the distribution of white matter abnormalities found in some patients with mTBI closely resemble those seen in early Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 18, 2013·3 min read

New Virus Isolated from Patients with Severe Brain Infections

Researchers have discovered a new virus, CyCV-VN, in patients with severe brain infections. However, doctors have not yet found the cause of the infection, despite extensive diagnostic efforts. Currently, there are no treatment interventions for this virus.

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·June 17, 2013·2 min read

Blocking Overactive Receptor in Alzheimer’s Recovers Memory Loss and More

Researchers show memory pathology in older mice can be reversed by blocking the activity of a specific receptor in the brain. Blocking the B1R receptor helps recover memory and cerebrovascular function.

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·June 17, 2013·4 min read

Researchers Develop Novel Drug That Reverses Loss of Brain Connections in Models of Alzheimer’s

Researchers have developed an experimental drug, NitroMemantine, to boost brain synapses lost in Alzheimer's disease. The drug stops the destructive cascade of brain changes which destroy connections between neurons that leads to memory loss and cognitive decline.

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·June 17, 2013·3 min read

Artificial Sweetener a Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers have discovered Mannitol, a sugar alcohol commonly found in sugar-free gum and candy, prevents clumps of the protein α-synuclein from building in the brain. This build of this protein is characteristic of Parkinson's disease. The finding could provide potential treatment options for this and other neurodegenerative diseases.

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·June 17, 2013·4 min read

Rare Genomic Mutations Found in Ten Families with Early-Onset, Familial Alzheimer’s Disease

A new study uncovers unique changes in DNA structure in genes important to neuronal function in relatives with early onset, familial Alzheimer's disease.

The illustration shows a neuron undergoing apoptosis.

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·June 13, 2013·3 min read

New Molecular-Level Understanding of Brain’s Recovery After Stroke

According to a new study, specific MicroRNA naturally packaged into exosomes are released by stem cells after a stroke, contributing to better neurological recovery.

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·June 13, 2013·4 min read

Testing Method Promising for Spinal Cord Injuries and Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers adapt a medical test, previously developed to measure a toxin found in smokers, to measure the same toxin in people suffering from MS and spinal cord injuries.

A brain slice with glioblastoma multiforme

Brain Cancer Featured

·June 13, 2013·3 min read

Metabolic Molecule Drives Growth Of Aggressive Brain Cancer

Researchers have identified an abnormal metabolic pathway which drives cancer cell growth in particular glioblastoma brain cancer subtypes.

The image shows microtubule disintegration in alzheimer's disease.

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·June 13, 2013·3 min read

A Peptide to Protect Brain Function

Researchers develop a protein called NAP which protects and restores nerve cell communication in some neurodegenerative diseases.

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·June 13, 2013·2 min read

Study Points to Role of Nervous System in Arthritis

A new study supports growing evidence that the nervous system and nerve growth factor (NGF) play a significant role in arthritis. The findings also suggest reducing elevated NGF levels could be key in developing treatments for arthritis pain.

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Neurology

Study Shows How the Nanog Protein Promotes Growth of Head and Neck Cancer

Concussion Patients Show Alzheimer’s-Like Brain Abnormalities

New Virus Isolated from Patients with Severe Brain Infections

Blocking Overactive Receptor in Alzheimer’s Recovers Memory Loss and More

Researchers Develop Novel Drug That Reverses Loss of Brain Connections in Models of Alzheimer’s

Artificial Sweetener a Potential Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

Rare Genomic Mutations Found in Ten Families with Early-Onset, Familial Alzheimer’s Disease

New Molecular-Level Understanding of Brain’s Recovery After Stroke

Testing Method Promising for Spinal Cord Injuries and Multiple Sclerosis

Metabolic Molecule Drives Growth Of Aggressive Brain Cancer

A Peptide to Protect Brain Function

Study Points to Role of Nervous System in Arthritis

Glioblastoma’s Chaos Follows Predictable Rules

One Autism Mutation Collapses the Whole Gene Network

Why Bitter Coffee Starts to Taste So Good to Your Brain

Omega-3 DHA Eases Autism Behaviors by Calming Inflammation

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