All Neurosciences articles – Page 11
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NewsNew material engineered can repair severed nerves
Researchers designed the first magnetoelectric material that precisely stimulates neurons to treat nerve damage.
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NewsAI: age prediction model on human brain tissue developed
For the first time ever, researchers have developed an algorithm to predict age at death and indicate early changes related to disease.
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ArticleDrug Target Review Neuroscience eBook 2023
Explore cutting-edge neuroscience insights through an exclusive interview with Dr Olga Chechneva on nuclear interactions in the mouse brain and a groundbreaking study by MIT researchers revealing key aspects of Alzheimer's disease. Download your FREE eBook!
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NewsNew cell discovery shakes up neuroscience
Scientists have identified a novel cell type that combines astrocytic characteristics with the machinery for synaptic transmission. This discovery resolves years of debate in the field.
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NewsMSK1’s importance for cognitive benefits
New study uncovers role of a neuronal protein kinase called mitogen- and stress-activated protein kinase 1 (MSK1) in mediating the cognitive benefits of environmental enrichment.
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NewsNewly discovered mechanism behind cognitive decline in aging
US researchers say new mechanism could lead to new drugs and therapies to treat normal cognitive decline in aging.
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NewsBodybuilding supplement may help delay Alzheimer’s
US researchers uncover that body building supplement: HMB, may help stop the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
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New guidelines for diagnosing Alzheimer's disease
Guidelines unveiled at AAIC 2023 using blood biomarkers offer faster and more effective Alzheimer's diagnosis.
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NewsSubstance abuse inhibits cognitive flexibility
New US research underlines the relationship between substance use and significant modifications to an inhibitory brain circuit, resulting in decreased cognitive flexibility
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NewsNew biomarker identified for major depressive disorder
Local gyrification index, which measures cortical folding in the brain, could be a novel neuroimaging marker for major depressive disorder.
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NewsHow does the brain process and store words we hear?
US researchers studying the brain’s auditory lexicon find implications for stroke survivors and others with brain disorders.
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NewsHigher levels of lean muscle may protect against Alzheimer’s disease
Individuals with higher levels of lean muscle may have a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. While further research is needed to understand the underlying biological pathways and implications for clinical practice, these findings shed light on the potential role of lean muscle in protecting brain health.
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NewsExtraocular muscles may hold key to defensive mechanisms against ALS
According to Swedish study, muscle fibres found in extraocular muscles seem to be resistant and even increase in proportion in those with ALS. This offers new treatment avenues for slowing down the disease.
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NewsNeurotransmitter receptor patterns can separate sensory and cognitive networks
Neurotransmitter receptor patterns define key organisational principles in the brain, UK scientists have discovered.
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NewsA new way to visualise sensory neurons
US researchers have uncovered a novel method using a tool used to visualise ion channels in mechanosensory neurons.
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NewsNovel imaging technique captures COVID-19’s impact on the brain
A form of MRI is a better alternative to many existing imaging technologies when looking at how COVID-19 can change the human brain.
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NewsPredicting cerebrovascular diseases with retinal imaging
New imaging approach reveals that changes in retinal microcirculation may indicate cerebrovascular diseases that involve reduced blood flow.
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NewsViruses can cause brain cells to fuse leading to a malfunctioning CNS
Researchers from Australia explore how viruses can alter brain cells, and thus the functions of our nervous system, leading to neurological symptoms.
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NewsNeurons that are responsible for recognition
Researchers from South Korea uncover that neurons in the hippocampus play a crucial role in assigning positive value through interactions with others.
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NewsNovel mutation linked to late-onset Alzheimer's disease
Chinese researchers discover a mutation, referred to as the "Shanghai APP" mutation, which has been linked to late-onset Alzheimer's disease and offers fresh insights into the disease's underlying molecular mechanisms.