FeaturedNeurologyNeurosciencepain·April 29, 2019Newfound autoimmune syndrome causes muscle pain, weaknessResearchers have identified a new autoimmune disease that causes muscle pain and weakness. Large-histiocyte-related immune myopathy (LHIM), generates similar results to the condition rhabdomyolysis in blood chemistry samples. LHIM can effectively be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs to help reduce symptoms. Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·February 4, 2019Women’s Brains Appear Three Years Younger Than Men’sA 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 25, 2019Sleep Deprivation Accelerates Alzheimer’s Brain DamageA 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 21, 2019Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s Damage Before SymptomsResearchers 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
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 9, 2019Decreased Deep Sleep Linked to Early Alzheimer’s DiseaseA 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·January 7, 2019Racial Differences in Alzheimer’s UnveiledA 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
Brain CancerFeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·January 2, 2019Sex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain CancerA 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
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 13, 2018New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal DementiaStudy reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration. Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·November 12, 2018Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular DiseaseResearchers 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
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 29, 2018Breast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut MicrobesResearchers 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
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 9, 2018Blood Viruses Lead to Digestive ProblemsWUSTL researchers report viruses such as West Nile and Zika can kill neurons in the gut, disrupting bowel movements and causing intestinal blockages. Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 8, 2018Implantable, Biodegradable Device Speeds Up Neural Regeneration: Rat StudyWUSTL 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
