Mixed-ancestry genetic research shows a bit of Native American DNA could reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease

by Diane Xue and Hanley Kingston,The ConversationTraditionally, researchers search for individual genes that are related to disease risk by looking at tiny genetic markers all across the genome.

Updated on: June 11,2024

Mixed-ancestry genetic research shows a bit of Native American DNA could reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease

by Diane Xue and Hanley Kingston,The ConversationTraditionally, researchers search for individual genes that are related to disease risk by looking at tiny genetic markers all across the genome.

Updated on:June 11,2024

Imaging study shows what your favorite film genres reveal about your brain

byMartin Luther University Halle-WittenbergDifferences in amygdala activity between preference and no preference groups for crime/thriller and action. Credit:Frontiers in Behavioral Neuros

Updated on: September 21,2024

Imaging study shows what your favorite film genres reveal about your brain

byMartin Luther University Halle-WittenbergDifferences in amygdala activity between preference and no preference groups for crime/thriller and action. Credit:Frontiers in Behavioral Neuros

Updated on:September 21,2024

New study suggests possible targets for multiple sclerosis vaccine development

byMedical University of ViennaCredit:Cell(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2023.11.015Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the Epstein-Barr virus (

Updated on: January 26,2024

New study suggests possible targets for multiple sclerosis vaccine development

byMedical University of ViennaCredit:Cell(2023). DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2023.11.015Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the Epstein-Barr virus (

Updated on:January 26,2024

Brain implants could restore paralyzed patients' arm movements

by Lucie AUBOURGThe Dutch company Onward developed a device that takes signals from a brain implant and uses them to stimulate a paralyzed patient's spinal cord, thus restoring lost movement.A par

Updated on: January 07,2024

Brain implants could restore paralyzed patients' arm movements

by Lucie AUBOURGThe Dutch company Onward developed a device that takes signals from a brain implant and uses them to stimulate a paralyzed patient's spinal cord, thus restoring lost movement.A par

Updated on:January 07,2024

Could ADHD be diagnosed genetically?

by Nancy Fliesler,Children's Hospital BostonCredit: CC0 Public DomainDespite it being very common, ADHD is often missed until a child reaches age seven or older. By that time, they have like

Updated on: December 26,2023

Could ADHD be diagnosed genetically?

by Nancy Fliesler,Children's Hospital BostonCredit: CC0 Public DomainDespite it being very common, ADHD is often missed until a child reaches age seven or older. By that time, they have like

Updated on:December 26,2023

Screen-printed, flexible sensors allow earbuds to record brain activity and exercise levels

byUniversity of California - San DiegoThe screen-printed, flexible sensors are attached to the earbuds on a flexible, stamp-like surface. Credit: Erik Jepsen/University of California San DiegoA

Updated on: January 07,2024

Screen-printed, flexible sensors allow earbuds to record brain activity and exercise levels

byUniversity of California - San DiegoThe screen-printed, flexible sensors are attached to the earbuds on a flexible, stamp-like surface. Credit: Erik Jepsen/University of California San DiegoA

Updated on:January 07,2024

New research reveals link between finger tapping and Alzheimer's

by Leiden UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSuddenly getting lost, failing to recognize family members, or forgetting words and names are well-known symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Updated on: March 02,2024

New research reveals link between finger tapping and Alzheimer's

by Leiden UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSuddenly getting lost, failing to recognize family members, or forgetting words and names are well-known symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Updated on:March 02,2024

Blacks are at higher risk for Alzheimer's, but why?

by Renã A.s. Robinson,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlacks are at higher risk for several health conditions in the U.S. This is true for heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes a

Updated on: June 07,2024

Blacks are at higher risk for Alzheimer's, but why?

by Renã A.s. Robinson,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainBlacks are at higher risk for several health conditions in the U.S. This is true for heart disease, hypertension, type 2 diabetes a

Updated on:June 07,2024

Overall stroke rates down, but hemorrhagic stroke up in recent years

by Lori SolomonCredit: CC0 Public DomainAge-standardized stroke rates mostly declined from 1990 to 2019, with the exception of hemorrhagic stroke, the rates of which increased, according to a study pu

Updated on: March 19,2024

Overall stroke rates down, but hemorrhagic stroke up in recent years

by Lori SolomonCredit: CC0 Public DomainAge-standardized stroke rates mostly declined from 1990 to 2019, with the exception of hemorrhagic stroke, the rates of which increased, according to a study pu

Updated on:March 19,2024

Babies as young as four months show signs of self-awareness: Study

byUniversity of BirminghamBaby wearing EEG cap for the study. Pictured with parent. Credit: University of Birmingham.Babies as young as four months old can make sense of how their bodies interac

Updated on: January 21,2024

Babies as young as four months show signs of self-awareness: Study

byUniversity of BirminghamBaby wearing EEG cap for the study. Pictured with parent. Credit: University of Birmingham.Babies as young as four months old can make sense of how their bodies interac

Updated on:January 21,2024

Researcher finds help for Alzheimer's-associated agitation with new FDA-approved treatment

by Bridjes O'Neil,Saint Louis UniversityGraphical Abstract. Credit:JAMA Neurology(2023). DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2023.3810A Saint Louis University researcher was instrumental in

Updated on: February 24,2024

Researcher finds help for Alzheimer's-associated agitation with new FDA-approved treatment

by Bridjes O'Neil,Saint Louis UniversityGraphical Abstract. Credit:JAMA Neurology(2023). DOI: 10.1001/jamaneurol.2023.3810A Saint Louis University researcher was instrumental in

Updated on:February 24,2024

Rapid telehealth consults found to improve care for rural patients with stroke

by American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)Telestroke workflow chart. Credit:Critical Care Nurse(2023). DOI: 10.4037/ccn2023505Minutes matter when a patient may have had a strok

Updated on: January 06,2024

Rapid telehealth consults found to improve care for rural patients with stroke

by American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)Telestroke workflow chart. Credit:Critical Care Nurse(2023). DOI: 10.4037/ccn2023505Minutes matter when a patient may have had a strok

Updated on:January 06,2024