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AI helps scientists predict depression outcomes

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 25, 2019

Artificial intelligence technology was able to identify specific brain regions which were most important for predicting whether a person with depression would respond to SSRI antidepressants. ... Read More...

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Exercise could slow withering effects of Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 17, 2019

For those with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and other risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, participating in aerobic exercise several times a week may slow neurodegeneration. Aerobic exercise reduced hippocampal atrophy in those with MCI. ... Read More...

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EEG Helps Predict Epileptic Seizures Minutes in Advance

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 20, 2019

Researchers report EEG technology can help to predict the onset of epileptic seizures up to four minutes in advance. Additionally, acetate, an edible acid, may help to prevent seizures if they are detected with enough notice.... Read More...

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Exercise is Your Best Defense Against Deep Abdominal Fat

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 2, 2019

Researchers report the most effective way to reduce internal, visceral fat is to exercise.... Read More...

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New Discoveries Predict Ability to Forecast Dementia From Single Molecule

Neuroscience NewsDecember 11, 2018

Researchers report single tau proteins have different shapes, and the folds of the molecules could help doctors to predict which type of dementia a person is likely to suffer from. ... Read More...

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DNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsNovember 21, 2018

A new DNA vaccine tested in mice significantly reduces tau and amyloid beta, two proteins implicated in Alzheimer's disease. The findings, researchers say, may pave the way for clinical trials in humans with the neurodegenerative disease.... 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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Brain Changes Linked to Sleep Needed

Neuroscience NewsJune 14, 2018

A new study sheds light on the biochemistry of sleep need in the brain.... Read More...

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Cryo-EM Structure of the Nicotine Receptor May Lead to New Therapies for Addiction

Neuroscience NewsMay 2, 2018

A detailed 3D structure of nicotinic acetylcholine receptors could help pave the way to developing new treatments for nicotine addiction, researchers report.... Read More...

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CLOCK Gene May Hold Answers to Human Brain Evolution

Neuroscience NewsDecember 6, 2017

UT Southwestern researchers discover a gene implicated in circadian rhythm may also play a vital role in regulating genes important for our brain evolution. ... Read More...

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Body Clock and Gut Microbiota Work Together to Pack on Pounds

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 12, 2017

A new Science study sheds light on how the gut microbiota interacts with circadian rhythm to impact metabolism. Researchers say the finding could help explain why those who work night shifts have higher rates of metabolic diseases. ... Read More...

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Eating Habits Affect Skin’s Protection Against Sun

Neuroscience NewsAugust 15, 2017

According to a Cell Reports study, mice with abnormal eating schedules are more likely to develop skin cancer cells. Researchers report abnormal eating times disrupt the skin's circadian cycle and weakens the potency of an enzyme that protects against UV rays.... Read More...

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Machine learning helps doctors diagnose severity of brain tumors

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Mother/infant skin-to-skin touch boosts baby’s brain development and function

UT Southwestern Medical Center

AI helps scientists predict depression outcomes

Exercise could slow withering effects of Alzheimer’s

EEG Helps Predict Epileptic Seizures Minutes in Advance

Exercise is Your Best Defense Against Deep Abdominal Fat

New Discoveries Predict Ability to Forecast Dementia From Single Molecule

DNA Vaccine Reduces Both Toxic Proteins Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers Unexpectedly Reprogram Mature Neurons in Mice

Brain Changes Linked to Sleep Needed

Cryo-EM Structure of the Nicotine Receptor May Lead to New Therapies for Addiction

CLOCK Gene May Hold Answers to Human Brain Evolution

Body Clock and Gut Microbiota Work Together to Pack on Pounds

Eating Habits Affect Skin’s Protection Against Sun