FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·July 15, 2019·2 min readReducing seizures by removing newborn neuronsRemoving new neurons generates as a result of neurogenesis following brain injury reduced seizure activity in mouse models of mesial temporal lobe epilepsy.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 25, 2019·5 min readAlzheimer’s mouse model seizures disrupt adult neurogenesisSeizures associated with Alzheimer's disease in both animal models and humans alter hippocampal neurogenesis. Treating mice with antiseizure medications normalized neurogenesis and improved spatial discrimination.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 11, 2019·3 min readStrobe lighting at dance music festivals linked to tripling in epileptic fit riskAn observational study reports the use of strobe lighting at concerts and music festivals triples the risk of seizures in those with photosensitive epilepsy. Additionally, the use of ecstasy during nighttime concerts heightened epileptic seizure risk.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·June 10, 2019·3 min readNew research could help predict seizures before they happenSpecific transfer RNAs (tRNAs) are associated with epilepsy. The levels of tRNA fragments in blood samples are higher pre-seizure. The findings provide a novel biomarker for the detection of seizures prior to their occurrence.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 28, 2019·3 min readSynthetic Version of CBD Treats Seizures in RatsH2CBD, a synthetic version of the cannabis compound CBD, has been found to be effective in decreasing the number and severity of seizures in rats.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·May 1, 2019·2 min readCannabis-based medicine may reduce seizures for children with difficult-to-treat epilepsyResults from a phase 3 study reveal Cannabidiol (CBD) cuts seizures by almost 50% in children with Dravet syndrome.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·April 26, 2019·3 min readTrigger region found for absence epileptic seizuresAbsence epilepsy may be triggered by an impairment in communication between the striatum and somatosensory cortex.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·April 15, 2019·5 min readStimulating the epileptic brain breaks up neural networks to prevent seizuresResponsive neurostimulation can remodel neural networks, leaving the brain less susceptible to epileptic seizures.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·February 20, 2019·8 min readEEG Helps Predict Epileptic Seizures Minutes in AdvanceResearchers report EEG technology can help to predict the onset of epileptic seizures up to four minutes in advance. Additionally, acetate, an edible acid, may help to prevent seizures if they are detected with enough notice.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·February 15, 2019·4 min readResearchers Describe First Model of Mitochondrial EpilepsyResearchers have developed a new model of mitochondrial epilepsy which captures specific features observed in patients. The new model may help provide better therapies and treatments for the condition.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 28, 2019·7 min readThe Discovery of the Endocannabinoid System: Centuries in the MakingResearchers shed light on the endocannabinoid system and report how cannabis is helping to provide relief to many with medical problems.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 20, 2019·3 min readTargeting ‘Hidden Pocket’ For Treatment of Stroke and SeizureStudy reveals a motif on the 93-series compound fits into a tiny pocket within the NMDA receptor. The findings could lead to new treatment options for stroke and seizures, researchers report.Read More
