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·January 29, 2016·5 min read

Graphene Safely Interacts With Neurons in the Brain

Researchers report graphene is safe to be used to create electrodes that can be implanted in the brain.

Image shows neurons involved in walking.

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·January 28, 2016·4 min read

Treating Parkinson’s Disease By Solving the Mysteries of Movement

A new study identifies a brain circuit that controls walking and identifies a new target for treating Parkinson's disease.

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·January 28, 2016·3 min read

Another Piece of Parkinson’s Disease Pathology Puzzle Identified

A new study describes a novel route for therapeutic development and intervention testing for Parkinson's disease.

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·January 26, 2016·3 min read

Potential ‘Guardian’ Against Neurodegeneration Identified

According to a new study, a protein called Tet3FL removes methyl groups from specific genes, keeping them active.

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·January 26, 2016·3 min read

How Dopamine is Transported Within the Brain

A new study reports on how dopamine transports into and out of brain cells. The findings could help in developing more effective treatments for drug addiction and some neurodegenerative disorders.

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·January 25, 2016·4 min read

Exposure to Environmental Toxin May Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases

Chronic exposure to the environmental toxin BMAA may increase the risk for developing neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and ALS.

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·January 19, 2016·3 min read

Parkinson’s Patients Benefit From Aerobic Exercise

A new study reports aerobic exercise might help to slow the progression of Parkinson's disease.

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·January 14, 2016·3 min read

Men With High Levels of Urate in Blood Have Lower Risk for Parkinson’s

According to a new study, men with high levels of urate in their blood have a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease.

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·January 13, 2016·2 min read

Novel Factor in Parkinson’s Disease Discovered

Researchers have identified a cellular defect in patients with idiopathic Parkinson's disease.

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·January 13, 2016·5 min read

Parkinson’s Symptoms Improved With Help of Common Dementia Drug

Researchers report a commonly prescribed dementia drug shows promise in preventing falls and improving quality of life for people with Parkinson's disease.