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Schizophrenia Linked to Abnormal Immune Response to Herpes Virus that Causes Mono

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 9, 2019

A new study reports people with schizophrenia have higher levels of antibodies against Epstein-Barr virus, a herpes virus that causes mononucleosis. Researchers propose two explanations for the link to the heightened immune response to the virus: schizophrenia may alter the immune system, making patients more susceptible to EBV, or EBV may increase the risk of developing schizophrenia.... Read More...

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How Ancient Virus Got Cannabis High

Neuroscience NewsNovember 27, 2018

Researchers provide the first cannabis chromosome map, revealing ancient viruses contributed to the evolution of marijuana.... Read More...

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Does Herpes Cause Alzheimer’s?

Neuroscience NewsOctober 19, 2018

A new study looks at the possible causal link between the herpes virus and Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report antiviral drugs significantly reduce the risk of developing dementia in patients with severe herpes infections.... Read More...

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Blood Viruses Lead to Digestive Problems

Neuroscience NewsOctober 9, 2018

WUSTL researchers report viruses such as West Nile and Zika can kill neurons in the gut, disrupting bowel movements and causing intestinal blockages.... Read More...

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CMV Virus May Boost Our Immune System

Neuroscience NewsJuly 2, 2018

Researchers report the cytomegalovirus may actually boost, not weaken, our immune systems.... Read More...

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Viral Connection to Alzheimer’s: Herpes Virus Implicated in Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsJune 21, 2018

Researchers provide evidence that certain species of human herpesvirus contribute to the development of Alzheimer's disease. The study reports high levels of human herpesvirus 6A and 7 were found in brain samples showing signs of Alzheimer's neuropathology. The findings offer hints of the viral mechanisms that could trigger or exacerbate AD.... Read More...

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Brain Cell’s Achilles’ Heel May Prompt Hydrocephalus

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2018

A new study reveals viruses can disable the production of Foxj1, causing ependymal cells to lose their structure, sparking hydrocephalus.... Read More...

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Gene Therapy Researchers Find Viral Barcode to Cross the Blood-Brain Barrier

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 10, 2018

Researchers have identified structural 'footprints' that allow certain virus vectors reach the brain easily.... Read More...

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New Neuron-Like Cells Allow Investigation into Synthesis of Vital Cellular Components

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 22, 2018

Penn State researchers have developed a method to create synthetic neurons in order to study an enzyme involved in the synthesis of purines.... Read More...

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Immune System Activation in Newborns May Affect Developing Brain

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 13, 2018

Immune system activation that occurs as result of infection shortly after birth can cause persistent sleep pattern changes and neurodevelopmental disorders, a new study reveals.... Read More...

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