Neurology
Max Planck Institute Study Uncovers How Stress Impacts Male and Female Brains Differently
When it comes to the brain’s reaction to stress, male and female brains aren’t on the same page. Researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Psychiatry in Germany embarked …
Gene Therapy Used for Parkinson’s Reduces Alcohol Consumption by 90% in Addicted Primates
In the United States, alcoholism is recognized as a significant public health concern, and, in fact, statistics diagnose approximately 29.5 million people with this disorder. The complexity of treating …
The Clinical Spectrum of Neurological Abnormalities in Preterm Infants: Insights into Pathogenesis and Long-Term Outcomes
Neurologic and developmental issues are common complications that constitute a cause of major concern in preterm infants. We very well know that preterm birth is a major risk factor …
Study from Korea Investigates Splice-Switching Therapy for Rare Diseases
A paper outlining the potential of Splice-switching antisense nucleotide therapy (ASO) was published in Nature on 12 July 2023. Scientists from the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology …
Transcending the Physical Body: Exploring Out-of-Body Experiences and Their Profound Influence on Well-Being
Journeys beyond the confines of the physical self, known as out-of-body experiences (OBEs) or astral projection, have been a source of fascination and wonder throughout history, often intertwined with …
Psychedelic Drugs and the Reopening of Critical Periods: Implications for Neuroplasticity
Psychedelics or hallucinogens are a class of psychoactive drugs that affect emotions, perception, and cognitive processes. Psychedelics alter a person’s thoughts, sense of time, and emotions by affecting all …
A Paradigm Shift in Epilepsy Surgery: Disconnecting the Source Network for Lasting Seizure Control
Cutting-edge investigations carried out by neuroscientists from the University College London (UCL) Queen Square Institute of Neurology have illuminated a network of neural connections within the brain that closely …
Investigating the Impact of Fibrin on Neurological Diseases – Exploring Blood-Brain Interactions and Cognitive Decline
In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have unraveled the intricate role of fibrin, a protein found in blood, in the development of certain neurological diseases, notably Alzheimer’s disease. Shedding light …