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Neurological signals from the spinal cord surprise scientists

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 19, 2019

A new study challenges existing theories about spinal cord neurons. New findings suggest neurological signals originate from a major, scattered network of cells that send signals to only a few other neurons. ... Read More...

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New nerve pathway that connects the foot and face on same side of body map discovered

Neuroscience NewsJune 18, 2019

Newly identified nerve pathway, which runs down the same side of the body, may bypass a damaged spinal cord. The findings could shed light on some neurological disorders such as referred itch or jogger's migraine.... Read More...

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Learning fine motor coordination changes the brain

Neuroscience NewsJune 12, 2019

Study identifies a population of neurons in an area of the midbrain, called the red nucleus, that alter when fine motor skills are learned. The more an action is practiced, the stronger the connections between these neurons become. ... Read More...

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This shows tyrobp expression in cells from the spinal cord in ALS

How ALS progresses on genetic and cellular level revealed by high-res spinal cord study

Neuroscience NewsApril 7, 2019

Changes in gene expression help researchers identify ALS associated pathways and establish the key drivers of motor neuron degeneration in the disease.... Read More...

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New Target for Chronic Pain Relief Confirmed by Scientists

Neuroscience NewsMarch 8, 2019

A research group at Hiroshima University observed a potential new target for chronic pain treatment. Further research using this receptor could lead to new, more effective drugs to use in pain-relieving treatment for chronic pain.... Read More...

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Scientists Identify Gene Partnerships that Promote Spinal Cord Regeneration

Neuroscience NewsMarch 6, 2019

Axolotl salamander genes that allow the neural tube and nerve fibers to regenerate after spinal cord damage have been identified. These genes are also found in humans, but are activated differently.... Read More...

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Spinal Cord is Smarter than Previously Thought

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 11, 2019

A new study reveals how the spinal cord is able to process and control more complex functions researchers previously believed to have been goverened by the cerebral cortex.... Read More...

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3D Printed Implant Promotes Neural Growth to Treat Spinal Cord Injury

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 14, 2019

Researchers have developed a novel 3D printed scaffolding that mimics natural anatomy and boost stem cell treatment for spinal cord repair. While the initial scaffolds have been designed for rat models of SCI, researchers report the approach is scalable to humans.... Read More...

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Robots to Perform Spinal Surgery with Pinpoint Accuracy

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 11, 2019

Researchers have created a new system which allows two robotic arms to semi-autonomously drill holes into individual vertebrae. The robosurgery technique will improve accuracy and safety for spinal surgeries.... Read More...

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Hidden Region in Human Brain Discovered

Neuroscience NewsNovember 27, 2018

Researchers have identified a hidden region in the human brain near the spinal cord junction. The discovery of the Endorestiform Nucleus may help advance treatments for Parkinson's disease, researchers report.... Read More...

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Study Explains Behavioral Reaction to Painful Experiences

Neuroscience NewsNovember 19, 2018

According to researchers, bodily responses to pain are controlled by a neural pathway that involves heightened activity in the spinal cord and two parts of the brain-stem.... Read More...

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Simple Nerve Stimulation May Improve Sexual Response in Women

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 5, 2018

Transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation, a treatment commonly administered for bladder dysfunction, appears to improve sexual response in women who suffer female sexual dysfunction. ... Read More...

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Neurological signals from the spinal cord surprise scientists

New nerve pathway that connects the foot and face on same side of body map discovered

Learning fine motor coordination changes the brain

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