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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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·February 3, 2016·3 min read

Researchers Describe Structure of Brain Plaques in Huntington’s Disease

A new study reports the core of the protein clumps found in the brains of people with Huntington's disease have a distinctive structure.

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·February 3, 2016·3 min read

Receptor Location May Be Key to Effectively Controlling Pain

The location of the receptor in the cell has a major effect on the cell’s ability to transmit pain signals, a new study reports.

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·February 3, 2016·3 min read

Drug Prevents Age Related Brain Changes in Rats

A new study reports researchers have been able to delay key age related brain changes with the help of a compound.

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·February 2, 2016·2 min read

Did Henry VIII Suffer the Same Brain Injury as Some NFL Players?

Researchers analyze historical records and conclude Henry VIII may have suffered repeated TBIs similar to those experienced by modern football players.

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·February 2, 2016·5 min read

Moderate Seafood Consumption May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

A new study reports eating moderate amounts of seafood may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, the researchers found no correlation between higher levels of mercury in the brain and Alzheimer's neuropathology.

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·February 2, 2016·4 min read

Saliva Gland Test Can Spot Early Parkinson’s Disease

A new study reports that testing a portion of a person's submandibular gland could be a way to diagnose early Parkinson's disease.

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·February 1, 2016·4 min read

Predicting the Likelihood of Migraines in Concussion Patients

A new study reports researchers have successfully used a mathematical tool to determine which concussion patients will go on to suffer migraine headaches.

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·February 1, 2016·3 min read

A Better Model for Parkinson’s Disease

Researchers improve both animal and cell models for Parkinson's disease, a new study reports.

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·February 1, 2016·3 min read

Increased Weight Loss During Aging Associated With Increased Risk for Mild Cognitive Impairment

A new study reports that increased weight loss per decade during midlife to late life is associated with an increased risk of developing MCI.

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·February 1, 2016·4 min read

Treating ALS By Targeting Upper Motor Neurons

Researchers demonstrate it is possible to modify gene expression in upper motor neurons.

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·February 1, 2016·10 min read

Delivering Genes Across the Blood-Brain Barrier

A new study reports researchers have successfully modified a virus to be able to enter a mouse brain via the bloodstream and deliver genes to central nervous system cells.