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·February 29, 2016·3 min read

Improving Memory in Alzheimer’s by Blocking Inflammation

Researchers have disarmed the brain's response to amyloid beta using a compound used to treat cancer, a new study reports.

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·February 28, 2016·4 min read

Antidepressant May Improve Cognitive Function in HIV Patients

Researchers report the antidepressant paroxetine suppresses neuroinflammation in improves reaction time in people with HIV associated cognitive impairment.

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Featured Open Neuroscience Articles Psychology

·February 25, 2016·3 min read

Immunotherapy May Improve Cognition in People With Schizophrenia

A small study supports the mounting evidence that targeted immunotherapy can help improve cognitive ability in people with schizophrenia.

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Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 2, 2016·4 min read

Researchers Identify a Possible New Drug Target for Rett Syndrome

Researchers have identified an important signaling pathway that, when corrected, appears to improve symptoms of Rett syndrome in mice.

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Autism Featured Genetics

·January 12, 2016·4 min read

Shedding Light on How Genetic Mutations May Lead to Autism

A new study reports on how a genetic mutation could lead to the development of Autism. The findings also point to new drug targets for the disorder.

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Featured Neurology

·September 28, 2015·3 min read

Promising New Compound Could Treat Chronic Itch Without Adverse Side Effects

Researchers have identified a new compound that appears to treat chronic intractable itch without the adverse side effects normally associated with medicating the condition.