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·November 29, 2017·3 min read

Neurotoxin Discovered in Lake Winnipeg

Researchers have discovered a neurotoxin linked to a range of neurodegenerative diseases in Lake Winnipeg. The neurotoxin, BMAA, is found in high concentration in Cyanobacteria during periods of bloom.

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·November 27, 2017·4 min read

Holding Infants, Or Not, Can Leave Traces on Their Genes

Children who experienced higher levels of distress and less physical contact had a lower epigenetic age than those who were picked up and held more frequently, researchers report. Lower epigenetic age, researchers note, may impede a child's ability to thrive.

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·July 19, 2017·4 min read

Steering an Enzyme’s ‘Scissors’ Shows Potential for Stopping Alzheimer’s

Researchers at UBC believe they have identified a method that could help stop Alzheimer's disease in its tracks.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 16, 2017·4 min read

Exercise Can Protect the Brain From Alzheimer’s

Another new study finds those who exercise have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

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·May 11, 2017·2 min read

Believing A Cocktail Contains Energy Drinks Makes Men Feel More Drunk

A new study reveals even the suggestion that a cocktail contains an energy drink makes men feel more intoxicated, impacting their sexual self confidence and overall behavior.