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Oral bacteria in gut could play role in Parkinson’s disease development
Korean researchers have discovered that oral bacteria in the gut may contribute to Parkinson’s disease – highlighting a potential new target for treatment.
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Chronic neuron overactivation drives Parkinson’s cell death
New research from Gladstone Institutes shows that chronic overactivation of dopamine-producing neurons can directly trigger their death, offering new insights into why these cells deteriorate in Parkinson’s disease which could lead to potential therapies to slow its progression.
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From graphene to grey matter: tech that supercharges brain organoids
Researchers at UC San Diego have discovered a graphene-based technology that accelerates the maturation of human brain organoids, offering a safer, non-invasive way to model diseases like Alzheimer’s.
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AI-driven Alzheimer’s therapies show promise in early studies
Porosome Therapeutics have announced new advancements in Alzheimer’s treatment – presenting therapies that restore neuronal function, reduce Tau protein levels and reverse disease pathology in human brain organoids.
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What single cells are revealing about brain disorders
Single-cell and spatial technologies are giving researchers an unprecedented view of how brain diseases like Alzheimer’s really work. The result? Faster discovery, clearer targets and a new path towards more effective treatments.
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SOD1 protein found to trigger treatable Parkinson’s progression
Scientists at the University of Sydney have discovered a malfunctioning brain protein linked to Parkinson’s - which could lead to new therapies for the debilitating condition in the future.
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Scientists grow 3D brain that mimics the real thing
Researchers at POSTECH have developed a new 3D brain model that closely mimics the structure and function of human brain tissue – marking a major advance in early disease detection.
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3D model reveals hidden drivers of smell regeneration
Scientists have developed a simple- 3D mouse tissue model to study how the nose regenerates smell-sensing neurons. The goal is to create an organoid system that can be used to screen potential therapies for smell loss.
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Targeting GLP-1 in the brain could transform obesity care
What if a single hormone could control appetite in two entirely different ways? Professor Stefan Trapp of University College London reveals how GLP-1’s dual role in the brain and gut could transform obesity treatment.
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Astrocyte protein RTP801 linked to Alzheimer’s cognitive decline
A new study from the University of Barcelona’s Institute of Neurosciences has discovered a crucial role for the RTP801 protein in astrocytes, potentially making way for future therapies aimed at slowing or reversing cognitive decline.
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Preventing F-actin build-up improves drosophila healthspan
Disrupting F-actin in aged brains restored brain autophagy to youthful levels and reversed some cellular markers of brain ageing.
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New toxic component in the evolution of Alzheimer’s disease
UBneuro scientists discovered that reducing RTP801 expression prevented cognitive deficits and inflammation.
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New link found between immune system and neurological disease
Findings show that alpha-synuclein and an immune response are required for Lewy body formation, in an effect specific to dopaminergic neurons.
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Elucidating the pathophysiology of migraines
Researchers show that proteins released from the brain during migraine with aura are transported by CSF to pain-signalling nerves.
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Capturing the computational abilities of real neurons
A new neural network computational model has been developed, which more closely reflects the abilities of real neurons and could advance AI progress.
