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Featured Neurology

·February 15, 2016·5 min read

Stenting Older Patients May Increase Stroke Risk

Researchers reports vascular surgery seems to be safer than stenting for people over 70 with carotid stenosis.

Featured Neurology

·February 10, 2016·3 min read

Computerized Rehab Can Improve Attention and Executive Function in TBI Patients

According to a new study, TBI patients who used computerized cognitive rehab programs showed improvements in attention and executive function.

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Featured Neurology

·February 8, 2016·3 min read

Recovering Use of Arm Following Stroke With Help of Wireless Sleeve

Researchers believe their new wireless sleeve technology will help people who have had a stroke to recover the use of their arm.

Featured Neuroscience

·February 3, 2016·1 min read

Raising Awareness of Link Between Hypertension and Cognitive Impairment

The NIH has launched a new campaign to educate the public on the link between high blood pressure and cognitive decline.

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Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·February 3, 2016·3 min read

Pinpointing How The Brain Controls Our Written Words

Researchers study stroke survivors who have lost the ability to spell in order to pinpoint the parts of the brain that control how we write words.

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Featured Neurology

·February 1, 2016·3 min read

Increased Weight Loss During Aging Associated With Increased Risk for Mild Cognitive Impairment

A new study reports that increased weight loss per decade during midlife to late life is associated with an increased risk of developing MCI.

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Featured Psychology

·January 29, 2016·4 min read

Changing Up Your Practice Sessions Helps You Master Skills Faster

A new study reports that making changes during repeat practice sessions helps people to learn a new skill faster.

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Featured Neuroscience

·January 20, 2016·5 min read

Lab Grown Neural Networks Could Repair Axonal Damage With Minimal Brain Tissue Disruption

New researcher suggests engineered neural networks have the ability to replace and repair lost axonal tracks in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's disease and those with brain injuries.

Featured Neuroscience

·January 15, 2016·3 min read

How Birds Learn Through Imitation

A new study reveals how birds learn songs through observation and practice. Researchers hope the findings can be applied to developing treatments to help those who have suffered brain injuries to relearn skilled behaviors.

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Featured Neurology

·January 11, 2016·3 min read

73 Percent of People Unaware of Stroke Symptoms

A national survey finds 3 out of 4 people under 45 underestimate the urgency of stroke symptoms and are more likely to delay seeking medical attention.