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Study hints at ways to generate new neurons in old brains
by Stanford University Medical Center Credit: CC0 Public Domain Most neurons in the human brain last a lifetime, and for good reason. Intricate, long-term information is preserved in the complex structural relationships between their synapses. To lose the neurons would be to lose that…
A Scientist Explains How Brains Form Memory—and What Causes Memory Loss
There are so many reasons—normal, non-scary reasons—why we forget things, whether it’s the name of that dog-walking neighbor, or our friend’s birthday, or where we parked our car. Sometimes we’re moving at too fast a pace, multi-tasking all the way. Or maybe our lives…
Melatonin Receptor is Key to REM Sleep and Memory
Summary: Scientists have identified the melatonin MT1 receptor as a key regulator of REM sleep, crucial for memory, dreaming, and emotional regulation. This discovery may pave the way for targeted treatments for sleep disorders and conditions like Parkinson’s and dementia, which are linked to…
MIND: The Diet for Brain Health That Could Slow Cognitive Decline
A diet developed for brain health might slow or prevent cognitive decline associated with dementia, Alzheimer’s and age-related memory loss, a study says. “Following a MIND diet approach to meals can be a great way to boost brain health,” study lead author Dr. Russell…
Exploring the effect of low sodium concentrations on brain microglial cells
In a new study, scientists investigated the impact of low sodium concentrations and its rapid correction on nitric oxide production dependent on expression of Nfat5 in microglial cells. Credit: Yoshihisa Sugimura from Fujita Health University Low serum sodium concentrations in the blood are called…
The CONNECTION between AUTISM and COVID JABS could boil down to destruction of good gut bacteria
There is no question that gut microbiota influences neurological disorders such as autism, where normal brain development is affected. This is well-documented, as most autistic people suffer from gastrointestinal symptoms . Many comprehensive and in-depth studies of the gut microbiome-brain axis help researchers and…
Study finds Alzheimer’s drugs might boost healthy protein in brain
Researchers have discovered that Alzheimer’s drugs Leqembi and Kisunla boost levels of a healthy form of protein in the brain, even as they reduce its more toxic form. Photo by Adobe Stock/HealthDay News Two monoclonal antibody treatments to slow Alzheimer’s disease , lecanemab (Leqembi)…
Unlock Potential With Neuroscience: Easy Ways To Boost Your Brainpower
Unlock Potential With Neuroscience: Easy Ways To Boost Your Brainpowergetty Have you ever tried to implement a new idea or mindset only to feel like you’re hitting a wall? That’s because so much of what we do is shaped by deep-rooted patterns in our…
Alzheimer’s Breakthrough: New Drug Shows Promise in Reversing Memory Loss and Cognitive Decline
Researchers at Auburn University have found that the drug troriluzole can intervene early in Alzheimer’s disease progression in mice, maintaining normal brain function and improving memory, signaling hope for effective treatment strategies. New research reveals a potential breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment, showing that the…
Cognitive behavioral therapy enhances brain circuits to relieve depression
Cognitive behavioral therapy, one of the most common treatments for depression, can teach skills for coping with everyday troubles, reinforce healthy behaviors and counter negative thoughts. But can altering thoughts and behaviors lead to lasting changes in the brain? New research led by Stanford…
Novel Drug Shows Promise in Preventing Early Alzheimer’s Brain Changes
Summary: A recent study has shown that troriluzole can prevent early-stage brain changes in a mouse model of Alzheimer’s disease. The research demonstrated that troriluzole reduces harmful glutamate levels, preserving memory and cognitive function. This breakthrough suggests that early intervention with troriluzole could slow…
RNA treatment shows promise for enhancing memory and reducing anxiety
Targeting strategy to knock down the mouse HTR2A gene using shRNA and transduction efficiency in primary mouse cortical neurons. Credit: Genomic Psychiatry (2024). DOI: 10.61373/gp024r.0043 Scientists at Cognigenics have made a significant advance in the field of neuroscience and mental health treatment. Their research,…
RNA Therapy Improves Memory and Reduces Anxiety
Summary: An RNA-based therapy, COG-201, can enhance memory and reduce anxiety in animal models by targeting the serotonin 5-HT2A receptor. Scientists found that decreasing this receptor’s expression led to improved cognitive function and reduced anxiety-like behaviors in mice and rats. Notably, the therapy is…
Reversing brain aging: New drug restores brain’s natural waste removal system
Credit: Unsplash+. Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and other neurological diseases can be thought of as “dirty brain” conditions, where the brain struggles to clear out harmful waste. As we age, our brain’s ability to remove toxic buildup slows down, increasing the risk of these diseases. However,…
Five ways the brain can age: 50,000 scans reveal possible patterns of damage
Results raise hopes that methods could be developed to detect the earliest stages of neurodegenerative disease. Facebook Email Some parts of the brain tend to atrophy and deform in concert with other regions.Credit: Zephyr/SPL An analysis of almost 50,000 brain scans 1 has revealed…
Newly Discovered Brain Wave Helps Lock in Memories While We Sleep
Sleep works magic on memory. You might’ve felt these frustrations before: Trying to learn a guitar riff, shoot a free-throw, or nail a difficult phrase in a new language, but despite hours of practice, you’re just not getting it right. Then with a good…
New Research Reveals That Your Brain’s Memory “Resets” Every Night
A new study from Cornell University reveals that sleep not only consolidates memories but also resets the brain’s memory storage mechanism. This process, governed by specific regions in the hippocampus, allows neurons to prepare for new learning without being overwhelmed. This insight opens potential…
NHS data: Nearly 200,000 Brits currently awaiting autism assessment – 30,000 more than the previous year
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Light and Sound Therapy Maintains Myelin in Alzheimer’s
Summary: A new study finds that 40Hz light and sound therapy helps maintain myelin, a crucial brain structure, in Alzheimer’s patients. This therapy, which protects neurons and supports brain function, could offer new treatment avenues for neurodegenerative diseases. Researchers discovered that this stimulation enhances…
Study reveals ways in which 40Hz sensory stimulation may preserve brain’s ‘white matter’
Early-stage trials in Alzheimer’s disease patients and studies in mouse models of the disease have suggested positive impacts on pathology and symptoms from exposure to light and sound presented at the “gamma” band frequency of 40 Hz. A new study zeroes in on how…