Study Confirms Link Between TBI and Dementia
A new, large scale study reveals people who have experienced a traumatic brain injury have a significantly increased risk of developing dementia than those without a history of TBI. ... Read More...
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Autism Often Associated with Multiple New Mutations
Researchers report most cases of autism are a result of novel mutations not inherited from parents.... Read More...
Cannabidiol Benefits and Mechanisms Shown in Mouse Study of Dravet Syndrome
A new PNAS paper reports cannabidiol can help reduce epileptic seizures and improve social behaviors in children with Dravet syndrome.... Read More...
The Brain at Work: Spotting Half Hidden Objects
Researchers have identified how signals from the visual and prefrontal cortices may interact to help us recognize shapes that are not entirely visible.... Read More...
Brain Fights West Nile Virus in Unexpected Way
Researchers report RIPK3 appears to protect brain cells during West Nile virus infection.... Read More...
Facial Bone Structure A Novel Marker for Left-Handedness
People with slender faces are 25% more likely to be left-handed, a new study reveals.... Read More...