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Women’s Brains Appear Three Years Younger Than Men’s

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 4, 2019

A new study reveals women's brain tend to appear three years younger than males of the same age. Researchers report this could be a reason why women tend to remain mentally sharp longer than men.... Read More...

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Sleep Deprivation Accelerates Alzheimer’s Brain Damage

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 25, 2019

A new study reports sleep deprivation increases the levels of tau, and accelerates the spread of the protein, in the brain. The findings reveal a lack of sleep alone may help drive the development of Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s Damage Before Symptoms

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 21, 2019

Researchers report a new blood test can help detect neurological damage associated with Alzheimer's disease before any of the cognitive symptoms appear. Additionally, researchers report the test may be applied to help identify brain damage associated with TBI, stroke and multiple sclerosis. ... Read More...

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Decreased Deep Sleep Linked to Early Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 9, 2019

A new study links poor sleep quality in older adults with elevated levels of tau, a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report poor sleep quality later in life may be associated with declining brain health and may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Racial Differences in Alzheimer’s Unveiled

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 7, 2019

A new study has identified racial disparities between African Americans and Caucasians in the level of a key biomarker used to identify Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...

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Sex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 2, 2019

A new study reveals distinct molecular differences in signatures of glioblastoma brain cancer between men and women. Researchers report current treatments for the brain cancer are more effective in women than in men. The findings could help to tailor treatments aimed at the different sexes and improve survival.... Read More...

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New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia

Neuroscience NewsDecember 13, 2018

Study reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.... Read More...

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Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular Disease

Neuroscience NewsNovember 12, 2018

Researchers have identified specific points on chromosome 11 that increase the risks of developing both cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's. The study reports managing cholesterol and triglyceride levels could help to reduce Alzheimer's risk.... Read More...

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Breast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut Microbes

Neuroscience NewsOctober 29, 2018

Researchers say that while modern formulas and breast milk encourage the growth of similar kinds of gut bacteria in babies, the bacteria work differently.... 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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Implantable, Biodegradable Device Speeds Up Neural Regeneration: Rat Study

Neuroscience NewsOctober 8, 2018

WUSTL researchers have developed a new, implantable and biodegradable device that delivers pulses of electrical activity to damaged peripheral nerves in rats, helping the animals to regrow nerves and improve nerve function.... Read More...

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Confronting ‘Yucky’ Attitudes About Genetically Engineered Foods

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 18, 2018

Researchers hope to expose the gap between advocates of GMOs and opponents.... Read More...

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