FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 16, 2016·6 min readMemory Loss Reversed in 10 Alzheimer’s PatientsResearchers report the results of MRI scans and psychological testing show marked improvements in memory for ten Alzheimer's patients following treatments with programmatic and personalized therapy.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·October 12, 2016·5 min readAmplifying Regeneration of Spinal Nerve CellsResearchers have been able to successfully boost the regeneration of mature nerve cells in the spinal cord of adult mice following spinal cord injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 13, 2016·7 min readBrain Controlled Robotic Arm Helps Paralyzed Man Feel AgainUsing a brain computer interface, researchers help a paralyzed man regain a sensation of touch via a robotic arm.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·October 17, 2016·4 min readGut Bacteria May Aid Recovery From Spinal Cord InjuryA new study suggests certain probiotics could help aid patients' recovery from spinal cord injury.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 26, 2016·6 min readResearchers Use Brain Surface Stimulation To Provide ‘Touch’ Feedback To Direct MovementA new study reports researchers have successfully used brain stimulation to provide touch feedback and direct movement. The findings could benefit those with spinal cord injury to regain movement.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 22, 2016·4 min readPrecise Nerve Stimulation Via Electrode Implants Offers New Hope for Paralysis PatientsA tiny array of implanted electrodes may help people with spinal cord injuries to regain use of their paralyzed limbs, a new study reveals.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 28, 2016·5 min readWorm Offers New Hope For Human Limb RegenerationResearchers believe that if they can unlock the genetic network that allows acorn worms to regenerate body parts, they may be able to regenerate human limbs.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 13, 2016·4 min readStimulator Bypasses Spine Injury and Helps Patients Move HandsA new spinal stimulator shows promise in helping those with spinal cord injuries to regain some movement and strength in their hands.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·December 19, 2016·5 min readMissing Link Between Gut and Brain Discovered With Big Implications for DiseaseResearchers have identified immune cells in the membranes around the brain that could be a 'missing link' in the gut-brain axis. The immune cells also appear to have a positive impact on recovery following spinal cord injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 23, 2017·2 min readNew Trial May Revolutionize Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury PatientsResearchers report intravenous immunoglobin can reduce inflammation and may improve recovery from spinal cord injuries.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 1, 2017·5 min readStretching the Boundaries of Neural ImplantsResearchers have developed a flexible neural fiber implant that can deliver both optical impulses for optogenetic stimulation and electrical stimulation. The new implant could help to restore function in those with spinal cord injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·April 3, 2017·5 min readMan Moves Paralyzed Legs Using Device That Stimulates Spinal CordA new study reports researchers have successfully used electrical stimulation on the spinal cord of a paralyzed patient to allow him to stand, move his legs and make stepping motions.Read More
