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·March 8, 2023·3 min read

Fresh Understanding of Aging in the Brain Offers Hope for Treating Neurological Diseases

As the brain ages, microglia adopt dysfunctional states that increase the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 12, 2023·3 min read

Predisposition to Accidental Awareness Under Anesthesia Identified

As many as one in four patients who receive anesthesia may suffer accidental awareness during their procedure. Researchers have identified specific brain structures that may predict whether a person will experience accidental awareness under anesthesia. The findings will help identify patients who require higher than average doses of anesthesia.

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·November 28, 2022·4 min read

Why Silly Distractions at Work Can Actually Be Good for You

Having fun with co-workers can help to reduce stress at work, a new study reports.

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·October 28, 2022·4 min read

Researchers Highlight the Concerning 20-Year Knowledge Gap on Young Adult Brain Health

Researchers call for action to increase research on young adult brain health to determine brain development and risk factors for neurological disorders later in life.

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·October 22, 2022·4 min read

Our Brains Use Quantum Computation

Study suggests quantum processes are part of cognitive and conscious brain functions.

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·September 21, 2022·4 min read

Who Do You Think You Are? What Does Your Avatar Say About You?

Avatars are not only a form of creative expression, they also allow for conformity and escapism. Our digital representations affect how we interact with others and can determine whether we fit in with social groups or are excluded.

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·September 8, 2022·3 min read

Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder May Be Detectable Years Before Illnesses Begin

Researchers report bipolar depression and schizophrenia may be detectable several years before symptoms appear. A new study reports 50% of patients diagnosed with schizophrenia or bipolar disorder attended specialist child and adolescent mental health services during childhood.

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·August 25, 2022·3 min read

New Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Treating Age Related Macular Degeneration

A new study reports that a new gene therapy shows promise in treating dry age-related macular degeneration. The gene therapy, ophNdi1, directly targets mitochondrial function that is malfunctioning in AMD.

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·January 13, 2022·3 min read

New Theory Proposes Forgetting Is Actually a Form of Learning

Researchers propose forgetting memories or things we have learned may be a functional feature in the brain and actually an additional form of learning.

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·December 14, 2021·5 min read

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Increases Risk of Depression

People suffering from vitamin B12 deficiency are 51% more likely to develop depression over a four-year period. However, as a person's age increased, the risk of depression decreased.

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·June 3, 2021·2 min read

Secondary Infections Inflame the Brain, Worsening Cognition in Alzheimer’s Disease

Secondary infections and novel inflammatory events, even ones that occur external to the brain, amplify the brain's immune response and detrimentally impact cognition in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 5, 2021·5 min read

Obesity Linked to Reduced Blood Flow to the Brain

Obesity has been linked to severely restricted blood flow in the brain. Reduced blood flow in the brain, or cerebral hypoperfusion, can be an early indicator of vascular dementia and Alzheimer's disease.