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Ultrasound method restores dopaminergic pathway in brain at Parkinson’s early stages

Neuroscience NewsJune 6, 2019

Using transcranial focused ultrasound in combination with injectable microbubbles, researchers open a pathway through the blood-brain barrier. The technique allows drugs to penetrate the brain and trigger therapeutic effects for those with neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Hotspot in the genome may drive psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Neuroscience NewsMay 3, 2019

A cluster of epigenetic marks in an enhancer at IGF2 could enhance dopamine synthesis associated with psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The findings may help in devising more effective treatments and screening strategies for both disorders.... Read More...

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Trigger region found for absence epileptic seizures

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2019

Absence epilepsy may be triggered by an impairment in communication between the striatum and somatosensory cortex.... Read More...

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Brain’s support network may play key role in attention deficit, hyperactivity behaviors: Rodent study

Neuroscience NewsApril 26, 2019

Astrocytes can alter neurons to drive behaviors associated with ADHD. Researchers believe astrocytes may be used to develop targeted treatments for behavioral deficits associated with a range of mental illnesses.... Read More...

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New role for sensory signals in the brain

Neuroscience NewsApril 11, 2019

Optogenetic stimulation causes signals in the sensory cortex to halt actions during a behavioral task, while altering signals in the motor cortex to cause mice to act more impulsively. ... Read More...

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New quantum material could warn of neurological disease

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2019

A new quantum sensor is able to automatically receive hydrogen when placed beneath a brain slice. Researchers say this could be the first step in creating a pathway that builds a computer device to store and transfer real memories, in essence, allowing for the 'upload' of memory. ... Read More...

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Smoking and Alcohol: Double Trouble for the Brain

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 27, 2019

A new study reports those with alcohol addiction who also smoke may be at an increased risk of neural damage. The study revealed higher levels of oxidative stress in the hippocampus, and a a decrease in neurotrophic factor in the striatum and frontal cortex in rats exposed to both alcohol and tobacco.... Read More...

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Altered Brain Activity Patterns of Parkinson’s Captured in Mice

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 19, 2019

Researchers have pinpointed how brain activity changes in mouse models of Parkinson's disease, providing clues as to what may drive symptoms of the disease in humans. ... Read More...

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Brain Biomarkers Identify Those at Risk of Severe PTSD Symptoms

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 22, 2019

Researchers report the striatum and amygdala are less able to track changes in threat levels in those with severe PTSD. The findings may serve as a biomarker to evaluate who may be at greater risk of PTSD symptoms.... Read More...

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Researchers Unexpectedly Reprogram Mature Neurons in Mice

Neuroscience NewsOctober 11, 2018

Researchers have made a surprise discovery that could help provide treatment options for a range of conditions from Parkinson's disease to depression. Researching how to transform supportive brain cells into neurons, the scientists unexpectedly transformed mature inhibitory striatal neurons into dopamine producing neurons.... Read More...

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Researchers Show Change in Beliefs Associated with Dopamine in Brain

Neuroscience NewsOctober 10, 2018

A new brain imaging study reveals how the midbrain and striatum, two key areas of the dopamine system, become more active when a person updates their beliefs about the world around them.... Read More...

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Why You Can’t Decide What to Order For Lunch

Neuroscience NewsOctober 6, 2018

A new study reveals why, when the brain is faced with an overwhelming number of similar options, it struggles to make a decision.... Read More...

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Ultrasound method restores dopaminergic pathway in brain at Parkinson’s early stages

Hotspot in the genome may drive psychosis in schizophrenia and bipolar disorder

Trigger region found for absence epileptic seizures

Brain’s support network may play key role in attention deficit, hyperactivity behaviors: Rodent study

New role for sensory signals in the brain

New quantum material could warn of neurological disease

Smoking and Alcohol: Double Trouble for the Brain

Altered Brain Activity Patterns of Parkinson’s Captured in Mice

Brain Biomarkers Identify Those at Risk of Severe PTSD Symptoms

Researchers Unexpectedly Reprogram Mature Neurons in Mice

Researchers Show Change in Beliefs Associated with Dopamine in Brain

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