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ZT-1a compound could be an alternative to surgery for brain swelling
Rodent models of stroke and hydrocephalus treated with ZT-1a had reduced brain swelling, according to scientists.
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Screening platform reveals compounds that protect neuronal mitochondria
Researchers have developed a screening system and identified a set of compounds that protect neuronal mitochondria in mice.
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Powerful molecules provide new findings about Huntington’s disease
Researchers have discovered a direct link between the protein aggregation in nerve cells that is typical for neurodegenerative diseases, and the regulation of gene expression in Huntington's disease...
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Scientists uncover the role of PRMT5 in the production of myelin-forming cells
The discovery is a major step toward understanding the mechanisms of myelin production and the potential for treating certain central nervous system diseases...
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Stem-cell technology enables creation of neurons to study brain responses of the super obese
Researchers in the U.S. have tested a technology termed ‘disease in a dish’ that uses stem-cell technology to re-create brain neurons of super obese individuals. The goal is to better understand obesity and potentially enable tailored treatments.
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LXB4 lipid protect neurons against glaucoma
Researchers have identified a new neuroprotective factor that has the potential to help people suffering from glaucoma...
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New compounds could prevent epilepsy
22 July 2016 | By Niamh Louise Marriott, Digital Content Producer
Researchers have developed compounds that may prevent the development of epilepsy. In a new study, scientists found that these compounds prevented seizures and their damaging effects...
