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·April 4, 2016·4 min read

Kicking The Habit

A new study claims to challenge conventional thoughts about how actions are selected and habits are formed.

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·March 29, 2016·4 min read

Structure of Parkinson’s Protein May Lead to New Treatment and Diagnostic Options

Researchers have identified the complex chemical structure of alpha-synuclein.

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·March 21, 2016·4 min read

Tracking Neural Stem Cells by Coloring Chicken Eggs From the Inside

Researchers have developed a new technique to label and view neural stem cells in eggs without harming the cells.

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·March 21, 2016·3 min read

Link Between Rosacea and Increased Parkinson’s Risk

A new Danish population study finds a link between the chronic inflammatory skin condition, rosacea, and an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.

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·March 18, 2016·3 min read

Brain May Show Signs of Aging Earlier Than Old Age

A new study the effects of neurodegeneration may be seen in middle age.

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·March 17, 2016·5 min read

Enriching Human Neuron Transplants to Brain with 3D Technology

Researchers have developed a 3D micro scaffold technology that promotes the reprogramming of stem cells into neurons. The technique can dramatically improve the survival rate of the neurons after transplantation.

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·March 15, 2016·4 min read

Dopamine is Key to Vocal Learning in Songbirds

According to a new study, dopamine is essential for correcting vocal mistakes.

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·March 14, 2016·3 min read

Method Identifies When Parkinson’s Proteins Become Toxic to Brain Cells

Researchers have identified the point at which proteins in the brain turn toxic during the decent into Parkinson's disease.

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·March 11, 2016·4 min read

Rapid Response for Inflammation Control in Bird Brains May Lead to Human Therapies

Understanding how songbirds respond so quickly to trauma and are able to control neuroinflammation may lead to human therapies to hasten stroke recovery, a new study suggests.

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·March 10, 2016·4 min read

How Restricting Calorie Intake May Help Protect Against Parkinson’s

Researchers report decreasing caloric intake boosts Ghrlein production, which appears to protects against the hallmarks of Parkinson's disease from developing.