Neurology

– 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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·December 8, 2016·5 min read

Honeybee Memories Could Unlock Another Piece of Alzheimer’s Puzzle

Blocking DNA methylation affects memory formation in honeybees, a new study reports.

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·December 7, 2016·5 min read

Heart Disease Protein Linked to Brain Damage

Researchers discover a link between a protein associated with heart disease and early stages of brain damage.

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·December 7, 2016·3 min read

MAO is a Possible Biomarker For Alzheimer’s

Researchers identify three distinct phases of MAO activity in Alzheimer's and suggest MAO could potentially be a helpful biomarker in diagnosing the disease.

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·December 6, 2016·5 min read

Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Identified

Researchers confirm both amyloid beta and tau are present in brain areas associated with memory and information processing during very early stages of Alzheimer's.

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·December 5, 2016·5 min read

Field Position May Impact Blood Pressure in Football Players

A new study reports football linemen are more likely to have increased blood pressure along with changes to heart size and structure.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·December 5, 2016·4 min read

Researchers Uncover Possible Source of Genetic Errors Causing Multiple Diseases

Copies for CAG and CTG triplets repeat themselves numerous times and disrupt normal gene sequences in some neurodegenerative diseases, a new study reports.

Image shows brain cells from an SIV-infected macaque.

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·December 5, 2016·6 min read

“Shock and Kill” Strategy for Curing HIV May Endanger Patients’ Brains

The 'shock and kill' therapeutic strategy for treating HIV could potentially cause harmful neuroinflammation, a new study reveals.

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·December 4, 2016·5 min read

Genetic Connection Between Parkinson’s and Cognitive Decline

Mutations of the GBA gene, a known risk factor for Parkinson's disease, appear to also influence the development of cognitive decline, a new study reports.