FeaturedNeurology·December 9, 2015·3 min readMath Models Could Change Strategies for Tackling Alzheimer’s DiseaseMath models usually applied to physics studies are proving useful in studying the spatial distribution of astocytes in the brain, and are helping to develop new strategies for tackling Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 9, 2015·6 min readHerpes Simplex Virus Reactivates in Neurons and Triggers DiseaseResearchers discover the cold sore virus, herpes simplex, resides within neurons. During times of stress, the virus reactivates and triggers symptoms associated with the disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyOpen Neuroscience Articles·December 9, 2015·4 min readChemical Appears to Restore Memory and Clear Alzheimer’s Protein in MiceThe chemical EPPS appears to effectively restore memory and remove the build up of amyloid in the brains of mice genetically altered to have features of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 8, 2015·3 min readAlzheimer’s Accurately Detected By Computerized Language AnalysisA new computerize linguistic approach helps researchers diagnose Alzheimer's disease with more than 82 percent accuracy.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 7, 2015·3 min readVitamin D May Help Repair Nerve Damage in Multiple SclerosisAccording to researchers, a protein activated by vitamin D could be involved in repairing myelin damage in people with MS.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 7, 2015·5 min readProstate Cancer Therapy May Increase Alzheimer’s RiskA new study reports men who take testosterone reducing therapy for prostate cancer have an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 7, 2015·2 min readPeople With Negative Beliefs About Aging More Likely To Develop Alzheimer’s SymptomsAccording to a new study, people who have negative beliefs about aging are more likely to have brain changes associated with Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyPsychology·December 4, 2015·3 min readExploring Brain’s Role in Openness to Religious or Mystical ExperiencesSuppression of the brain's inhibitory functions can result in more of an openness mystical and religious experiences, study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 4, 2015·5 min readCertain Herpes Viruses Can Infect Neurons and Underlie Symptoms of Brain DisordersA new study reports certain strains of the herpes virus are able to infect neurons and could underlie some symptoms of neurological disorders such as MS.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 3, 2015·4 min readInsufficient Iron Intake During Pregnancy Has Effect on Infant’s Brain DevelopmentA new study reports inadequate iron intake during pregnancy can have implications for infant brain development.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·December 3, 2015·5 min readParasite Toxoplasma Gondii Alters Brain SignalingToxoplasmosis alters neural pathways specifically related to GABA, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·December 2, 2015·2 min readSlow Walking Speed in Elderly Could Signal Hallmark of Alzheimer’s DiseaseAccording to a new study, slow walking speed may signify a build up of amyloid plaques in elderly people, even if they do not have other symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.Read More
