Researchers aim to streamline brain surgery with a new soft robotic system

by National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and BioengineeringAir pressure within the two channels of the robotic catheter tip determines whether it deflects left or right. Credit: Noah Barnes, PhD St

Updated on: January 05,2024 17

Researchers aim to streamline brain surgery with a new soft robotic system

by National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and BioengineeringAir pressure within the two channels of the robotic catheter tip determines whether it deflects left or right. Credit: Noah Barnes, PhD St

Updated on:January 05,2024 17

Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill health and disability globally, new analysis finds

by LancetCredit: CC0 Public DomainGlobally, the number of people living with, or dying from, neurological conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and meningitis ha

Updated on: March 19,2024 13

Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill health and disability globally, new analysis finds

by LancetCredit: CC0 Public DomainGlobally, the number of people living with, or dying from, neurological conditions such as stroke, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, and meningitis ha

Updated on:March 19,2024 13

Research reveals how a malfunctioning mechanism can lead to Parkinson's disease

byRuhr-Universitaet-BochumNEMO is associated with pathological protein aggregates. Credit:Nature Communications(2023). DOI:10.1038/s41467-023-44033-0Researchers have identified a mec

Updated on: December 30,2023 9

Research reveals how a malfunctioning mechanism can lead to Parkinson's disease

byRuhr-Universitaet-BochumNEMO is associated with pathological protein aggregates. Credit:Nature Communications(2023). DOI:10.1038/s41467-023-44033-0Researchers have identified a mec

Updated on:December 30,2023 9

High blood pressure's impact on white matter could be key to dementia prevention

by Heidi Douglass,University of New South WalesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study from the Center for Healthy Brain Aging (CHeBA) provides compelling evidence for clinical practice to dire

Updated on: March 20,2024 12

High blood pressure's impact on white matter could be key to dementia prevention

by Heidi Douglass,University of New South WalesCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA study from the Center for Healthy Brain Aging (CHeBA) provides compelling evidence for clinical practice to dire

Updated on:March 20,2024 12

Study provides first evidence of direct impact of serotonin on development of prefrontal cortex

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study published inNature Communicationsprovides direct evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy can impact

Updated on: March 21,2024 13

Study provides first evidence of direct impact of serotonin on development of prefrontal cortex

by CU Anschutz Medical CampusCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study published inNature Communicationsprovides direct evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy can impact

Updated on:March 21,2024 13

Does catheter ablation lower dementia and mortality risks in all groups of older adults with atrial fibrillation?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPrevious studies have shown a link between catheter ablation and a lower risk of dementia and premature death for patients with atrial fibrillation. This procedur

Updated on: May 20,2024 7

Does catheter ablation lower dementia and mortality risks in all groups of older adults with atrial fibrillation?

by WileyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPrevious studies have shown a link between catheter ablation and a lower risk of dementia and premature death for patients with atrial fibrillation. This procedur

Updated on:May 20,2024 7

Engineers develop prototype two-armed, joystick-controlled neurosurgical robot

by Nancy Fliesler,Children's Hospital BostonA prototype joystick-controlled robot could revolutionize complex brain surgeries such as tumor resection. Credit: Ashkan PourkandRobots have beco

Updated on: January 06,2024 11

Engineers develop prototype two-armed, joystick-controlled neurosurgical robot

by Nancy Fliesler,Children's Hospital BostonA prototype joystick-controlled robot could revolutionize complex brain surgeries such as tumor resection. Credit: Ashkan PourkandRobots have beco

Updated on:January 06,2024 11

20 minutes of exercise can boost your brain after a bad night's sleep

by University of PortsmouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research has explored how sleep, oxygen levels, and exercise affect our ability to perform mental tasks.Sleep is fundamental in ma

Updated on: April 20,2024 20

20 minutes of exercise can boost your brain after a bad night's sleep

by University of PortsmouthCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research has explored how sleep, oxygen levels, and exercise affect our ability to perform mental tasks.Sleep is fundamental in ma

Updated on:April 20,2024 20

Scientists develop new tool to precisely illuminate the roots of nerve pain

by Jennifer Chu,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyA soft hydrogel fiber enables optogenetic pain inhibition during locomotion. Credit: Sabrina Urbina VillafrancaEngineers at MIT have develope

Updated on: January 05,2024 12

Scientists develop new tool to precisely illuminate the roots of nerve pain

by Jennifer Chu,Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyA soft hydrogel fiber enables optogenetic pain inhibition during locomotion. Credit: Sabrina Urbina VillafrancaEngineers at MIT have develope

Updated on:January 05,2024 12

New study using novel approach for glioblastoma treatment shows promising results, extending survival

byUniversity Health NetworkAn illustration of oncolytic virus and an anti-PD-1 antibody working together to defeat cancer cells. Credit: Tal BavliA new international study published inNatu

Updated on: January 04,2024 9

New study using novel approach for glioblastoma treatment shows promising results, extending survival

byUniversity Health NetworkAn illustration of oncolytic virus and an anti-PD-1 antibody working together to defeat cancer cells. Credit: Tal BavliA new international study published inNatu

Updated on:January 04,2024 9

Simple blood test predicts neurotoxic complications of CAR-T cell therapy

byWashington University School of MedicineA new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests a simple blood test—administered before CAR-T cell treatment is initiate

Updated on: December 26,2023 10

Simple blood test predicts neurotoxic complications of CAR-T cell therapy

byWashington University School of MedicineA new study from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests a simple blood test—administered before CAR-T cell treatment is initiate

Updated on:December 26,2023 10

Chatbot tech has potential to transform brain injury rehab

byFlinders UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainUsing chatbot technology on the recovery journey after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) offers huge potential to keep at-home rehabilitation

Updated on: December 26,2023 9

Chatbot tech has potential to transform brain injury rehab

byFlinders UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainUsing chatbot technology on the recovery journey after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) offers huge potential to keep at-home rehabilitation

Updated on:December 26,2023 9