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·May 28, 2013·4 min read

Stem Cell Injections Improve Spinal Injuries in Rats

A new study reports a single injection of human neural stem cells produce neuronal regeneration and improved the function and mobility of rats impaired by acute spinal cord injuries.

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·May 28, 2013·2 min read

Researchers Uncover Key to Development of Peripheral Nervous System

Researchers uncover a key to the development of the peripheral nervous system, providing new hope to patients suffering from hereditary neuropathy.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 28, 2013·3 min read

Scientists Advance Understanding of Brain Receptor; Could Help Fight Neurological Disorders

A new study provides clues into how the function of the most common NMDA receptor subtypes may be manipulated for clinical benefit. NMDA receptors have been implicated in a number of neurological and psychological disease, from Alzheimer's to schizophrenia.

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Featured Neuroscience

·May 27, 2013·3 min read

‘Should I Stay or Should I Go?’ Scientists Link Brain Cell Types to Behavior

Researchers discover the activity of two specific neuron types, somatostatin and parvalbumin neurons, correlates with foraging decisions in mice.

Featured Genetics

·May 27, 2013·5 min read

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

Researchers have identified mutations in a number of genes which could be associated with the development of spontaneously occurring cases of ALS, a progressive and fatal neurodegenerative disease in which motor neurons gradually cease to function.

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·May 24, 2013·4 min read

Going Live – Immune Cell Activation in Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have presented two studies introducing new indicator molecules that can visualize the activation of T cells. Their findings provide new insight into the role of these cells in the autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis.

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·May 23, 2013·3 min read

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Researchers have discovered some surprising insights about the process of axonal pruning. The findings could provide clues about the processes underlying some neurological disorders such as autism and schizophrenia.

Featured Neuroscience

·May 23, 2013·4 min read

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

Cinnamaldehyde and epicatechin, two compounds found in cinnamon, are showing promise in the fight against Alzheimer's disease.

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Featured Neurology

·May 23, 2013·2 min read

MRI-Based Measurement Helps Predict Vascular Disease in the Brain

Using MRI neuroimaging technology, researchers were able to predict the risk for cerebrovascular disease in patients.

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Featured Neurology

·May 21, 2013·2 min read

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Using mouse models, researchers discover TSPO ligands can significantly decrease Alzheimer's related symptoms and improve memory. The discovery could lead to preventative and new treatment options for Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 20, 2013·4 min read

Researchers Find Far-Reaching, Microvascular Damage in Uninjured Side of Brain After Stroke

New research suggests the integrity of the blood brain barrier is compromised for days after an ischemic stroke. This can lead to serious, life threatening complications. Repairing the BBB could prevent further complications.

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·May 20, 2013·4 min read

Molecular Trigger for Alzheimer’s Disease Identified

A new study has pinpointed a catalytic trigger for the onset of Alzheimer's disease. The findings could play a central role in the diagnostics and new drug development for neurodegenerative diseases.

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Neurology

Stem Cell Injections Improve Spinal Injuries in Rats

Researchers Uncover Key to Development of Peripheral Nervous System

Scientists Advance Understanding of Brain Receptor; Could Help Fight Neurological Disorders

‘Should I Stay or Should I Go?’ Scientists Link Brain Cell Types to Behavior

Researchers Identify Genetic Suspects in Sporadic Lou Gehrig’s Disease

Going Live – Immune Cell Activation in Multiple Sclerosis

The Secret Lives (and Deaths) of Neurons

Scientists Discover Cinnamon Compounds’ Potential Ability to Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease

MRI-Based Measurement Helps Predict Vascular Disease in the Brain

Drugs Found to Both Prevent and Treat Alzheimer’s Disease in Mice

Researchers Find Far-Reaching, Microvascular Damage in Uninjured Side of Brain After Stroke

Molecular Trigger for Alzheimer’s Disease Identified

Menopause Blood Protein Signature Tied to Dementia Risk

Prenatal Vitamin C Shields Infants From Negative Emotions

Brain Circuit Pruned to Make Wild Foxes Friendly

Single-Dose Psilocybin Lacks Lasting Behavioral Effects

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