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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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Featured Neurology

·May 24, 2016·4 min read

Current Screening Methods Miss Mild Cognitive Impairment in Many

A high number of false negative results from neuroimaging tests mean many people at increased risk of Alzheimer's may not be getting timely diagnosis or care, a new study reports.

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Featured Genetics Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 23, 2016·4 min read

Loss of Y Chromosome Could Increase Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease

According to researchers, men with the highest fraction of blood cells without the Y chromosome were more likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.

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Brain Cancer Featured Neurology

·May 22, 2016·8 min read

Tiny Packages May Pack Powerful Treatment for Brain Tumors

A lipid nanocarrier small enough to pass the blood-brain barrier could be an effective method for delivering chemotherapy medications to help fight glioblastoma brain tumors, a new study reports.

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·May 19, 2016·3 min read

Brain Scans of Dementia Patients with Coprophagia Showed Neurodegeneration

A new study reports on a link between coprophagia and certain neurodegenerative diseases and dementias.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 19, 2016·3 min read

Effect of Laxatives Could Provide New Clues About Parkinson’s

Researchers report the rigidity found in Parkinson's flattens off with regular use of laxatives to help manage constipation.

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·May 19, 2016·3 min read

Immune Cells May Protect Against Alzheimer’s

Researchers report microglia may actually protect the brain against Alzheimer's disease by containing the spread of amyloid plaques.

Featured Neurology Pain Psychology

·May 18, 2016·4 min read

Drug Used For Pain and Anxiety May Be Linked to Birth Defects

A new study reports that pregnant women who take pregabalin, a drug commonly used to treat pain and anxiety, were three times more likely to have a child with a major birth defect.

Featured Neurology

·May 18, 2016·4 min read

High Blood Pressure Linked to Greater Risk For Vascular Dementia

A new study reports having high blood pressure can raise the risk of developing vascular dementia.

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Featured Neurology Pain

·May 17, 2016·4 min read

Exposure to Narrow Band of Green Light Improves Migraine Symptoms

Exposing migraine sufferers to a narrow band of green light may help to reduce the severity of the headache, a new study reports.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·May 16, 2016·3 min read

Second Gene Modifies Effect of Mutation in a Dog Model of ALS

Researchers have identified a modifier gene that affects the risk of developing degenerative myelopathy, a canine disease similar to ALS in Welsh corgis.

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·May 16, 2016·3 min read

Regular Exercise at Any Age Could Stave Off Alzheimer’s

According to researchers, regular exercise at any age can help to reduce aterial stiffness and could help to provide some protection against Alzheimer's disease.