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·May 12, 2021·6 min read

Designer Alterations to Brain Cells Reduce Anxious Behavior in Monkeys

A new method, dubbed DREADDs, relies on gene therapy techniques to alter genes in target cells to change the cell's behavior. The method reduced anxious behaviors in monkey models of schizophrenia when combined with clozapine. Researchers say the method has the potential for use in humans to help reduce anxiety. Read More

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·April 1, 2021·7 min read

Chemo for Glioblastoma May Work Better in Morning Than Evening

Administering the chemotherapy drug temozolomide to glioblastoma brain cancer patients in the morning may enhance the cancer-fighting effects. The study demonstrates the timing of chemotherapy could have a significant impact on treatment for glioblastoma patients. Read More

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·April 1, 2021·5 min read

Mice With Hallucination-Like Behaviors Reveal Insight Into Psychotic Illness

Mouse study reveals elevated dopamine levels preceded hallucination-like events, and artificially boosting dopamine levels induced more hallucination-like events. The behavioral effects could be blocked by administering haloperidol, an antipsychotic which blocks dopamine. The study sheds light on potential new treatments for psychotic disorders marked by hallucinations. Read More

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·February 21, 2021·6 min read

Protein Linked to Alzheimer’s and Strokes Cleared From Brain Blood Vessels

An antibody called HAE-4 targets APOE and removes Alzheimer's related amyloid plaques in mouse models. The antibody improves blood vessel function in the brain without raising the risk of brain bleeds. Read More

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·February 11, 2021·6 min read

Glioblastoma Brain Cancer Mapped in Genetic, Molecular Detail

Study reveals a detailed map of gene proteins, infiltrating cells, and signaling pathways that play significant roles in the development and progression of glioblastoma brain cancer. Read More

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·February 1, 2021·6 min read

Brain Signals Decoded to Determine What a Person Sees

Detecting and decoding activity in brain regions associated with visual processing allowed researchers to determine what a person sees. Read More

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·January 27, 2021·6 min read

How Does the Immune System Keep Tabs on the Brain?

Immune cells in the meninges monitor fluid released from the brain. If the fluid contains signs of infection, disease, or damage, the immune cells initiate an immune response to tackle the problem. Read More

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·January 16, 2021·5 min read

Acute Itching in Eczema Patients Linked to Environmental Allergens

Those with eczema who produce immunoglobulin E in response to environmental allergens are more likely to experience chronic and acute itching. Read More

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·December 29, 2020·6 min read

Common Brain Malformation Traced to Its Genetic Roots

Chiari 1 malformation, a common brain disorder, appears to be caused to two genetic mutations associated with brain development. Read More

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·December 16, 2020·5 min read

Protein Involved in Removing Alzheimer’s Buildup Linked to Circadian Rhythm

YKL-40 may be a key player in circadian rhythm disruptions associated with Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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·December 7, 2020·6 min read

Novel Form of Alzheimer’s Protein Found in Spinal Fluid Indicates Stage of the Disease

MTBR tau in the cerebral spinal fluid may help doctors to detect the stage and progression of Alzheimer's disease. Read More

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·November 24, 2020·6 min read

Stronger Memories Can Help Us Make Sense of Future Changes

The stronger a memory is as it is first encoded, the easier it is for a person to note subsequent changes and integrate them to update their understanding. Read More

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