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

·February 12, 2016·8 min read

Researchers Identify ‘Neurostatin’ That Could Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

A new study reports researchers have identified a drug that targets the first steps in a toxic chain reaction that leads to Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·February 12, 2016·3 min read

‘Mini Brains’ Created to Study Neurological Diseases

Researchers report they have successfully developed 'mini-brains' made up of the many neurons and cells in the human brain. The mini brains could allow for better research and reduce the need for animal testing.

Featured Neurology

·February 11, 2016·2 min read

Threat of Cytomegalovirus Far Outweighs Zika Risk

In the wake of all the media attention of the Zika virus, researchers are calling for greater public awareness of CMV, the most common viral cause of birth defects in the US.

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·February 11, 2016·4 min read

Dementia Risk Varies Significantly Among Racial and Ethnic Groups

A new study reports on significant variations in dementia incidences among six ethnic and racial groups within the same geographical population.

Featured Genetics Neurology Pain

·February 11, 2016·3 min read

Chronic Pain Relieved by Blocking Stress Protein in Mice

According to a new study, a group of drugs being developed to treat mood disorders could also be used to relieve chronic pain.

Featured Neurology

·February 10, 2016·6 min read

Incidences of New Dementia Cases May be in Decline

A new study suggests that the rate of new cases of dementia actually may be decreasing rather than increasing, as many believe.

Featured Neurology

·February 10, 2016·3 min read

Lipid Based Diets Effectively Combat Alzheimer’s in Mouse Models of Disease

Researchers have developed several new lipid based diets that appear to slow the progression of Alzheimer's in mouse models of the disease.

Featured Neurology

·February 10, 2016·3 min read

Teaching Neurons to Respond to Placebos Could Help Treat Parkinson’s

Researchers have discovered a way to make neurons respond to placebos. They believe the findings could be used as a potential treatment for Parkinson's disease.