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Brain Cancer research articles are listed. Brain cancer news covers topics such as diagnosis, brain tumors, chemotherapy, gamma knife technology, brain cancer treatments, glioblastomas, stem cell research, neurosurgery, medicine, genetics, neurology, and other brain research.

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·February 7, 2020·3 min read

Computer simulation for understanding brain cancer growth

A new, freely available computer platform creates a 3D model that brings together the macroscopic scale of tissue with the microscopic scale of individual cells. This allows the platform to realistically model brain cancer's mechanobiology while maintaining resolution power.

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·February 2, 2020·5 min read

Single dose of psilocybin reduces depression and anxiety for a year in cancer patients

A single dose of the psychedelic psilocybin reduces depression, anxiety, and feelings of hopelessness in cancer patients for 12 months after the drug is administered.

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·January 31, 2020·2 min read

Study clarifies genetic autism risk in PTEN patients

Copy number variants may act as genetic modifiers that influence the risk of autism and developmental delay versus cancer risk in people with PTEN mutations.

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·January 30, 2020·5 min read

Brain tumors remodel neuronal synapses to promote growth

Several variants of the PIK3CA gene drive brain tumor progression. Two of the variants alter the expression of genes involved in synapses.

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·January 23, 2020·2 min read

Unexpected connection between gliomas and neurodegenerative diseases

Study finds significant expression of the Alzheimer's related Tau protein in glioma cells, especially in patients with better prognoses.

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·January 21, 2020·2 min read

Chronobiologists warn of health risks linked to daylight saving

Chronobiologists warn changing to daylight savings can have serious effects on both brain and general health. The change in time during spring was linked to a 24% increase in severe cardiovascular events in women. Researchers also noted the sudden change in time alters circadian rhythms, reduces the production of natural melatonin, impacts cognitive function, and may also foster tumor growth.

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·January 16, 2020·3 min read

Improved brain chip for precision treatment of brain cancer

A new brain chip allows multiple simultaneous drugs to be administered directly to glioblastoma brain cancer tumors.

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·January 15, 2020·3 min read

Scientists breach brain barriers to attack tumors

Introducing VEGF-C into the cerebrospinal fluid of mouse models of glioblastoma, researchers noted increased levels of T cell response to the cancerous tumors. When combined with immune system checkpoint inhibitors, the VEGF-C treatment significantly extended the life span of the mice with glioblastoma brain cancer.

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·January 13, 2020·4 min read

Protein associated with ovarian cancer exacerbates neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s

OCIAD1, a protein commonly associated with ovarian cancer, contributes to neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease by impairing mitochondrial function, leading to synaptic damage and neural vulnerability.

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·January 12, 2020·3 min read

Peering into the genome of brain tumor

A new convolutional neural network that utilizes MRI brain scans can forecast genetic mutations in glioma brain tumors.

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·January 7, 2020·2 min read

Smart algorithm finds possible future treatment for childhood cancer

Using big data, researchers have developed a new computer algorithm capable of analyzing genetic and pharmacological information to suggest new treatment options for neuroblastoma.