Experimental study in rats and humans show cognitive effort whets the appetite for reward

by PNAS NexusEffects of cognitive effort without rest on cocaine self-administration. Experimental design (A), time course (B) and average in the last 3 days of self-administration (C) of number of in

Updated on: November 07,2024

Experimental study in rats and humans show cognitive effort whets the appetite for reward

by PNAS NexusEffects of cognitive effort without rest on cocaine self-administration. Experimental design (A), time course (B) and average in the last 3 days of self-administration (C) of number of in

Updated on:November 07,2024

Alzheimer's: New study supports amyloid hypothesis but suggests alternative treatment

by Columbia UniversityCREB3L2-ATF4 up-regulation in β-amyloid pathology 5xFAD model. In vivo detection and quantification of CREB3L2-ATF4 dimers by PLA in the dentate gyrus of 10-week-old 5xFAD o

Updated on: April 10,2024

Alzheimer's: New study supports amyloid hypothesis but suggests alternative treatment

by Columbia UniversityCREB3L2-ATF4 up-regulation in β-amyloid pathology 5xFAD model. In vivo detection and quantification of CREB3L2-ATF4 dimers by PLA in the dentate gyrus of 10-week-old 5xFAD o

Updated on:April 10,2024

First human vagus nerve recordings pinpoint cardiovascular signals

byMonash UniversityCredit:The Journal of Physiology(2024). DOI: 10.1113/JP286423The team that first recorded vagus nerve signals in humans has now isolated the electrical activity of

Updated on: October 14,2024

First human vagus nerve recordings pinpoint cardiovascular signals

byMonash UniversityCredit:The Journal of Physiology(2024). DOI: 10.1113/JP286423The team that first recorded vagus nerve signals in humans has now isolated the electrical activity of

Updated on:October 14,2024

Two Alzheimer's risk genes linked to brain atrophy, promise future blood markers

by Indiana UniversityA depiction of the double helical structure of DNA. Its four coding units (A, T, C, G) are color-coded in pink, orange, purple and yellow. Credit: NHGRITwo genetic variants p

Updated on: February 27,2024

Two Alzheimer's risk genes linked to brain atrophy, promise future blood markers

by Indiana UniversityA depiction of the double helical structure of DNA. Its four coding units (A, T, C, G) are color-coded in pink, orange, purple and yellow. Credit: NHGRITwo genetic variants p

Updated on:February 27,2024

Animal testing illuminates Alzheimer's

by Steinar Brandslet,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyFindings from animal experiments can contribute valuable insights for our understanding of Alzheimer's disease and possible

Updated on: March 26,2024

Animal testing illuminates Alzheimer's

by Steinar Brandslet,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyFindings from animal experiments can contribute valuable insights for our understanding of Alzheimer's disease and possible

Updated on:March 26,2024

Dementia perceived as "illness" rather than aging symptom can lower mood

by Louise Vennells,University of ExeterPeople who perceive dementia symptoms as an illness feel more negative than those who see it as an inevitable part of getting older, a new study indicates.

Updated on: February 28,2024

Dementia perceived as "illness" rather than aging symptom can lower mood

by Louise Vennells,University of ExeterPeople who perceive dementia symptoms as an illness feel more negative than those who see it as an inevitable part of getting older, a new study indicates.

Updated on:February 28,2024

Dementia study reveals how proteins interact to stop brain signals

by University of EdinburghCredit: CC0 Public DomainFresh insights into damaging proteins that build up in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease could aid the quest for treatments.A st

Updated on: May 11,2024

Dementia study reveals how proteins interact to stop brain signals

by University of EdinburghCredit: CC0 Public DomainFresh insights into damaging proteins that build up in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease could aid the quest for treatments.A st

Updated on:May 11,2024

Researchers mark milestone in progress toward investigational new drug for triple-negative breast cancer

by Leslie Cantu,Medical University of South CarolinaDr. Ozgur Sahin, center, with first authors Drs. Ozge Saatci and Metin Cetin. Credit: MUSC Hollings Cancer CenterA new compound developed by r

Updated on: August 01,2024

Researchers mark milestone in progress toward investigational new drug for triple-negative breast cancer

by Leslie Cantu,Medical University of South CarolinaDr. Ozgur Sahin, center, with first authors Drs. Ozge Saatci and Metin Cetin. Credit: MUSC Hollings Cancer CenterA new compound developed by r

Updated on:August 01,2024

Top researchers advocate united actions to fight Alzheimer's disease

by Karolinska InstitutetTo meet the challenge of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, a concerted effort and long-term economic commitment is needed, according to a new expert report by i

Updated on: February 28,2024

Top researchers advocate united actions to fight Alzheimer's disease

by Karolinska InstitutetTo meet the challenge of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, a concerted effort and long-term economic commitment is needed, according to a new expert report by i

Updated on:February 28,2024

How 40Hz sensory gamma rhythm stimulation clears amyloid in Alzheimer's mice

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyBright staining highlights VIP-expressing interneurons in this coronal cross-section of a mouse brain. The neurons may help drive glymphatic clearance of a

Updated on: March 08,2024

How 40Hz sensory gamma rhythm stimulation clears amyloid in Alzheimer's mice

by Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyBright staining highlights VIP-expressing interneurons in this coronal cross-section of a mouse brain. The neurons may help drive glymphatic clearance of a

Updated on:March 08,2024

Brain stimulation did not improve impaired motor skills after stroke: Clinical trial

Updated on: February 28,2025

Brain stimulation did not improve impaired motor skills after stroke: Clinical trial

Updated on:February 28,2025

Dementia care at home: Raising knowledge and confidence to improve quality and decrease costs

by New York UniversityOver two thirds or the home health care population consists of adults over the age of 65, approximately 36% have some form of cognitive impairment, including dementia. Accor

Updated on: February 28,2024

Dementia care at home: Raising knowledge and confidence to improve quality and decrease costs

by New York UniversityOver two thirds or the home health care population consists of adults over the age of 65, approximately 36% have some form of cognitive impairment, including dementia. Accor

Updated on:February 28,2024