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·April 20, 2022·5 min read

Single-Cell DNA Sequencing Offers a New Angle on the Causes of Alzheimer’s Disease

An abundance of newly acquired mutations in the mutations that occur at an accelerated speed is a telling pattern of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

Featured Genetics Neurology Neuroscience

·December 28, 2021·5 min read

Neuroprotective Mechanism Altered by Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Genes

In fruit fly models, an ABCA1 agonist can restore specific alterations of neuroprotective mechanisms associated with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's disease.

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·June 4, 2020·7 min read

Study reveals link between the gut and death by sleep deprivation

Death caused as a result of sleep deprivation is preceded by the accumulation of reactive oxidative species in the gut.

Featured Neurology Pain

·October 18, 2017·6 min read

‘Wasabi Receptor’ for Pain Discovered in Flatworms

Discovery could pave the way for new treatments for chronic pain in humans, researchers report.

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·February 26, 2016·4 min read

Researchers Suppress Alzheimer’s Associated Neuronal Death and Oxidative Stress

Researchers have successfully designed mitochondria-specific ceria nanoparticles which appear to be capable of suppressing neuronal death associated with Alzheimer's disease.

This is a drawing of a section of the retina.

Featured Neuroscience

·August 10, 2015·6 min read

Protective Receptor Plays Key Role in Supporting the Retina

A new study reports that a receptor targeted for treating neurodegenerative diseases also appears to play an important role in supporting the retina.

This image is a labelled diagram of blood vessels.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·July 21, 2015·5 min read

Blood Vessels Age Well

Aging could trigger an adaptive response to counteract the effects of oxidative stress on blood vessels, a new study reports.

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·January 16, 2014·2 min read

How Metabolism and Brain Activity Are Linked

A new study sheds light on how diet can help control seizures in those with epilepsy.

This MRI scan show the effects of concussion on the brain.

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·December 9, 2013·5 min read

Concussion Secrets Unveiled in Mice and Man

Using a mouse trauma model, researchers observe specific cells mount an immune response to concussion brain injuries in an attempt to prevent more widespread damage.

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·August 23, 2012·5 min read

Nanoparticles Reboot Blood Flow in Brain

New research would help emergency care workers and battlefield medics stabilize blood flow in the brains of traumatic injury victims. Researchers developed a nanoparticle-based antioxidant that quickly quenches free radicals that interfere with regulation of the brain’s vascular system.

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Single-Cell DNA Sequencing Offers a New Angle on the Causes of Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroprotective Mechanism Altered by Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Genes

Study reveals link between the gut and death by sleep deprivation

‘Wasabi Receptor’ for Pain Discovered in Flatworms

Researchers Suppress Alzheimer’s Associated Neuronal Death and Oxidative Stress

Protective Receptor Plays Key Role in Supporting the Retina

Blood Vessels Age Well

How Metabolism and Brain Activity Are Linked

Concussion Secrets Unveiled in Mice and Man

Nanoparticles Reboot Blood Flow in Brain

Stem Cells in the Brain Use Childlike Signals to Trigger Regeneration

Brain Cells Use Muscle-Like Signals to Strengthen Learning and Memory

Ketogenic Diet May Stabilize Mood in Young People with Bipolar

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