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– These articles focus mainly on neurology research.
– What is neurology?
– Definition of neurology: a science involved in the study of the nervous systems, especially of the diseases and disorders affecting them.
– Neurology research can include information involving brain research, neurological disorders, medicine, brain cancer, peripheral nervous systems, central nervous systems, nerve damage, brain tumors, seizures, neurosurgery, electrophysiology, BMI, brain injuries, paralysis and spinal cord treatments.

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·June 19, 2025·5 min read

Pain Perception in Babies Develops in Stages After Birth

A new study shows that the networks responsible for processing pain in infants develop gradually, with emotional and cognitive pain responses maturing only after birth. Researchers scanned the brains of 372 infants, primarily born prematurely, to track how three brain subsystems related to pain perception matured over time.

This shows a man holding his head in pain.

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·June 19, 2025·6 min read

How Sleep Deprivation Amplifies Pain in Migraine

New research reveals that sleep deprivation alters how the brain processes pain in people with migraines. Using EEG and pain stimulation, scientists found that migraine sufferers’ brains respond differently after poor sleep, showing reduced ability to suppress pain signals.

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·June 19, 2025·4 min read

Brain Age Gap May Predict Cognitive Decline

A new study reveals that the brain age gap—the difference between a brain’s biological age and chronological age—may influence how risk factors like diabetes and high blood pressure affect cognitive function. Using machine learning to analyze brain scans from over 1,400 older adults, researchers found that a greater brain age gap was linked to poorer thinking and memory skills.

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·June 18, 2025·4 min read

Ear Wax Reveals Parkinson’s Disease Biomarkers

A novel screening method for Parkinson’s disease (PD) analyzes the volatile compounds in ear wax to detect early signs of the condition. Researchers found that four specific volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are significantly different in people with PD.

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·June 18, 2025·3 min read

Alzheimer’s Risk Linked to Increased Social Activity, Not Isolation

Contrary to popular belief, a new study suggests that people with a higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s may become more socially engaged—not less. Researchers analyzed data from over 500,000 individuals and found that higher-risk participants reported lower social isolation and more positive family interactions.

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·June 18, 2025·5 min read

RyR1 Channel Triggers Sedation from Anesthetics

A new study uncovers the long-elusive mechanism of inhalational anesthetics by identifying the RyR1 calcium channel as a key molecular target. Researchers demonstrated that anesthetics like isoflurane activate RyR1 to trigger calcium release from the endoplasmic reticulum, a crucial step in inducing general anesthesia.

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·June 17, 2025·5 min read

3D-Printed Brain Model Mimics Neural Damage

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking 3D brain model that closely mirrors the architecture and function of the human brain. Built using biomimetic 3D printing, the Bioengineered Neural Network (BENN) features distinct gray and white matter regions and responds to electrical stimulation like real brain tissue.

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·June 17, 2025·5 min read

Glial Cell Transplants Slow Huntington’s Symptoms and Extend Life

A new study reveals that transplanting healthy human glial progenitor cells into adult mice with Huntington’s disease can delay motor and cognitive decline and extend lifespan. These support cells restored key neuronal functions, reversed synaptic damage, and reactivated gene expression even after symptoms began.

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·June 16, 2025·5 min read

Mitochondrial Link to Cerebellar Decline in MS

A new study reveals that mitochondrial dysfunction plays a central role in the loss of Purkinje neurons in the cerebellum, contributing to motor impairments in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers found that inflammation and demyelination in the cerebellum disrupt the mitochondria—key cellular power sources—leading to energy loss, neuron damage, and ataxia.

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·June 13, 2025·5 min read

Exercise Rewires Alzheimer’s-Affected Brain Cells

Using cutting-edge RNA sequencing, researchers mapped how exercise affects specific brain cell types in a model of Alzheimer’s disease. They found that physical activity alters gene activity in microglia and a newly identified type of astrocyte linked to blood vessels, which may protect memory.

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·June 12, 2025·5 min read

Oral-Gut Bacteria Linked to Dementia Risk in Parkinson’s Disease

A new study has found that bacteria from the mouth may migrate to the gut and contribute to cognitive decline in people with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers identified harmful microbes and their toxins in the gut of Parkinson’s patients with dementia, suggesting a possible link between oral hygiene, gut health, and neurodegeneration.

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·June 12, 2025·5 min read

Healthy Habits May Offset Brain Aging Linked to Shorter Telomeres

New research shows that healthy lifestyle choices can reduce the risk of stroke, dementia, and depression—even in people with biologically shortened telomeres. Telomeres are protective DNA caps that naturally shrink with age and environmental stress, increasing vulnerability to age-related brain diseases.