Study reveals how key protein affects neuron structure

byUTSouthwestern Medical CenterThis image shows nuclear pore complex (NPC) distribution in three isolated neurons. NPCs are collections of proteins that form nuclear envelope pores, which

Updated on: September 13,2024

Study reveals how key protein affects neuron structure

byUTSouthwestern Medical CenterThis image shows nuclear pore complex (NPC) distribution in three isolated neurons. NPCs are collections of proteins that form nuclear envelope pores, which

Updated on:September 13,2024

Scientists discover a new set of cells that control the blood-brain barrier

byUniversity of Western AustraliaAstrocytes transfer mitochondria and alleviate oxidative stress of endothelial cells. Credit:Science Advances(2024). DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adk2913Resea

Updated on: July 08,2024

Scientists discover a new set of cells that control the blood-brain barrier

byUniversity of Western AustraliaAstrocytes transfer mitochondria and alleviate oxidative stress of endothelial cells. Credit:Science Advances(2024). DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adk2913Resea

Updated on:July 08,2024

Repetitive negative thinking linked to dementia risk

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPersistently engaging in negative thinking patterns may raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease, finds a new UCL-led study.In the st

Updated on: June 01,2024

Repetitive negative thinking linked to dementia risk

by University College LondonCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPersistently engaging in negative thinking patterns may raise the risk of Alzheimer's disease, finds a new UCL-led study.In the st

Updated on:June 01,2024

Study finds increased risk of Guillain-Barré after COVID-19 infection

byAmerican Academy of NeurologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHaving a COVID-19 infection is associated with an increased risk of developing the rare disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome w

Updated on: January 11,2024

Study finds increased risk of Guillain-Barré after COVID-19 infection

byAmerican Academy of NeurologyCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainHaving a COVID-19 infection is associated with an increased risk of developing the rare disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome w

Updated on:January 11,2024

How the brain helps us focus our attention

by Max Planck SocietyHow can we shift from a state of inattentiveness to one of highest attention? Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and the University of Southern Cali

Updated on: February 21,2024

How the brain helps us focus our attention

by Max Planck SocietyHow can we shift from a state of inattentiveness to one of highest attention? Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development and the University of Southern Cali

Updated on:February 21,2024

Exploring the link between early life stress and maladaptive behavior across species

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressEarly life stressors induce long-term alterations in central mechanisms that drive appropriate social interactions. Being social species, most individuals gain pleasu

Updated on: January 09,2024

Exploring the link between early life stress and maladaptive behavior across species

by Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressEarly life stressors induce long-term alterations in central mechanisms that drive appropriate social interactions. Being social species, most individuals gain pleasu

Updated on:January 09,2024

Microplastics are in our brains. How worried should we be?

by Sarah Hellewell, Anastazja Gorecki and Charlotte Sofield,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPlastic is in our clothes, cars, mobile phones, water bottles and food containers. B

Updated on: September 11,2024

Microplastics are in our brains. How worried should we be?

by Sarah Hellewell, Anastazja Gorecki and Charlotte Sofield,The ConversationCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPlastic is in our clothes, cars, mobile phones, water bottles and food containers. B

Updated on:September 11,2024

Simple tool shows life expectancy after dementia diagnosis

by Karolinska InstitutetTables illustrate three-year survival probabilities for people with dementia diagnosed in primary care. Dark green indicates a low risk of death while dark purple indicate

Updated on: June 20,2024

Simple tool shows life expectancy after dementia diagnosis

by Karolinska InstitutetTables illustrate three-year survival probabilities for people with dementia diagnosed in primary care. Dark green indicates a low risk of death while dark purple indicate

Updated on:June 20,2024

Are stressed-out brain cells the root cause of neurodegenerative disease?

byUniversity of California - BerkeleyAn illustration of a brain cell in a person with Alzheimer's disease, showing the accumulation and clumping of tau proteins (blue squiggles) in the cytop

Updated on: April 09,2024

Are stressed-out brain cells the root cause of neurodegenerative disease?

byUniversity of California - BerkeleyAn illustration of a brain cell in a person with Alzheimer's disease, showing the accumulation and clumping of tau proteins (blue squiggles) in the cytop

Updated on:April 09,2024

For people with migraine, feelings of stigma may impact disability, quality of life

JANUARY 17, 2024 Editors' notesbyAmerican Academy of NeurologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMigraine can impact many aspects of a person's life, but less is known about how feelings o

Updated on: March 15,2024

For people with migraine, feelings of stigma may impact disability, quality of life

JANUARY 17, 2024 Editors' notesbyAmerican Academy of NeurologyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainMigraine can impact many aspects of a person's life, but less is known about how feelings o

Updated on:March 15,2024

Blood tests for Alzheimer's: Why new studies are encouraging

by Todd Golde And Steven Dekosky,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageMany people who have problems with their memory, especially if they are elderly, worry that they have Alzheimer's d

Updated on: April 18,2024

Blood tests for Alzheimer's: Why new studies are encouraging

by Todd Golde And Steven Dekosky,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageMany people who have problems with their memory, especially if they are elderly, worry that they have Alzheimer's d

Updated on:April 18,2024

Stem cells model genetic risk for developing Alzheimer's disease

by International Society for Stem Cell ResearchCholesterol oversupply from ApoE4 astrocytes promote Aβ production in neurons. Credit: Jinsoo SeoNew research published inStem Cell Reportsha

Updated on: June 04,2024

Stem cells model genetic risk for developing Alzheimer's disease

by International Society for Stem Cell ResearchCholesterol oversupply from ApoE4 astrocytes promote Aβ production in neurons. Credit: Jinsoo SeoNew research published inStem Cell Reportsha

Updated on:June 04,2024