FeaturedNeurology·October 29, 2018·5 min readHigher Iron Levels Linked to Increased Stroke RiskAnalyzing genetic data from over 48,000 people, researchers discovered higher iron levels are associated with an increased risk of cardioembolic stroke.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·September 17, 2018·5 min readHow the Brain Bounces BackA new study reports activity, not rest, help speed up recovery following a brain injury.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencePsychology·September 1, 2018·4 min readWhy Synthetic Marijuana is So RiskyWith the availability and use of synthetic marijuana on the rise, researchers look at the risks associated with these products, including psychological and general health problems.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 31, 2018·3 min readStroke Doubles Dementia RiskAccording to a new study, people who have suffered a stroke are twice as likely to develop dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 27, 2018·4 min readUnearthing Secret Tunnels Between the Skull and BrainA new study sheds light on how immune cells may rush through channels to quickly get to injured brain tissue. Researchers say bone marrow in the skull is more likely to help supply neutrophils to the brain following a stroke.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·August 26, 2018·5 min readLifestyle Factors Linked to Brain Health of Young AdultsA new study reports lifestyle choices, such as smoking or drinking alcohol during early adulthood, can increase the risk of developing dementia or having a stroke later in life.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 22, 2018·5 min readBreastfeeding May Help Protect Mothers Against StrokeA new study reveals breastfeeding is associated with a lower risk of stroke in post menopausal women who had breastfed at least one child. Researchers report the association between breastfeeding and decreased stroke risk was stronger in women who had breastfed for longer than six months.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·July 30, 2018·4 min readFeel Light Headed When Standing Up? You May Have a Greater Risk of DementiaA new study reveals middle aged people who experience lightheadedness or dizziness upon standing, as a result of a sudden drop of blood pressure, may face a higher risk of developing dementia as they age.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceNeuroscience VideosPsychology·July 13, 2018·5 min readThe Psychology of Roller CoastersResearchers investigate why so many people are hooked on the thrill of roller coaster riding.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·July 6, 2018·5 min readIt’s Official – Spending Time Outside is Good For YouA new study backs up previous findings that spending time outside and living close to nature has significant physical and mental health benefits.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 1, 2018·3 min readThe Odds of Living to 110 Plus Level Out Once You Hit 105Researchers report death rates slow after the age of 105. The study reveals there appears to be no fixed limit to the human life span yet in sight.Read More
ElectrophysiologyFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 27, 2018·5 min readYour Brain with a MigraineResearchers have identified electrical activity in the brain that is specific to the start of migraines. The new study reports spreading depolarization can be seen as a migraine begins, and an electrical current can be used to stop it in its tracks.Read More
