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.

Featured Neurology

·October 6, 2016·5 min read

Brain Cell ‘Executioner’ Identified

Researchers have identified a common culprit that may cause damage in stoke, brain injury and neurodegenerative disease.

Featured Neurology

·October 6, 2016·6 min read

New Insight into Course and Transmission of Zika

A new study reports Zika may be transmitted both sexually and orally.

Featured Neurology

·October 6, 2016·4 min read

Women’s Better Verbal Skills May Mask Early Alzheimer’s Signs

Verbal tests for MCI might not pick up symptoms in women until they are further along into the progression of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 6, 2016·5 min read

The Role Gut Bacteria Plays in Neurodegenerative Diseases

Researchers report proteins produced by gut bacteria may cause protein misfolding in the brain and cerebral inflammation.

Featured Neurology Neuroscience

·October 6, 2016·13 min read

Does Brain Size Really Matter?

Researchers have identified seven genes that predict intracranial volume and Parkinson's disease.

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Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 5, 2016·6 min read

Monitoring Parkinson’s Symptoms at Home

According to researchers, keyboard monitoring technique could help to detect motor difficulties as Parkinson's patients type.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·October 5, 2016·4 min read

Enzyme Treatment of Gene May Reverse Effects of Alzheimer’s

Researchers suggest the ApoE gene could be a promising new target for therapeutic approaches for Alzheimer's disease.

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Featured Neurology Psychology

·October 4, 2016·4 min read

Caffeine Could Help Ward Off Dementia In Women

According to a new study, higher caffeine intake in women is associated with a reduced risk of developing dementia or cognitive impairment.

Featured Neurology

·October 4, 2016·6 min read

Air Bag Bike Helmets Show Promise Against Concussion

Researchers report a new type of bike helmet that features air bag technology shows promise in preventing concussions.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·October 4, 2016·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Linked Protein Can Be Removed From Brain Without Hindering Memory and Learning

Researchers report mice can retain their memories and ability to learn when almost all ApoE is removed from the brain but kept present in the liver to filter cholesterol.