Neurology

Light Therapy Boosts Brain Healing in TBI Patients

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Low-level light therapy aids brain healing in patients with moderate traumatic brain injury (TBI). Using a helmet that emits near-infrared light, ...

New Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Targets Plexin-B1 Protein

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Researchers identified a novel way to potentially slow or halt Alzheimer’s progression by targeting the plexin-B1 protein. Their study shows how ...

Nightmares May Signal Autoimmune Flares

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: A new study suggests that increased nightmares and hallucinations can signal the onset of autoimmune diseases like lupus. The research highlights ...

Nostalgic Music Affects the Brain and Memory

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Nostalgic music activates brain areas linked to memory, reward, and self-processing. This discovery could help improve the quality of life for ...

Hot Nights Raise Stroke Risk

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: A new study reveals a significant link between hot nights and increased stroke risk, particularly in the elderly and women. Researchers ...

Gut Bacteria’s Link to Alzheimer’s Explored

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Researchers are investigating the connection between gut bacteria and Alzheimer’s disease. They believe harmful metabolites from bad bacteria can travel to ...

Glioblastoma Drug Resistance Pathway Identified

Science
Dr. Sarah Adams

Summary: Researchers identified a key signaling pathway, PI3K-beta, responsible for chemotherapy resistance in glioblastoma. Blocking this pathway makes tumor cells more sensitive ...

Climate Change Threatens Brain Health

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Climate change poses a significant threat to individuals with brain conditions. Extreme temperatures, poor sleep due to warmer nights, and adverse ...

Mitochondrial Boost Reverses Protein Clumping in Aging and Alzheimer’s

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: A new study in worms reveals a core set of insoluble proteins linked to both aging and Alzheimer’s disease. These proteins ...

Engineered Virus Crosses Blood-Brain Barrier to Deliver Gene Therapy

Health
Rachel Carter

Summary: Researchers have engineered a gene therapy delivery vehicle that efficiently crosses the blood-brain barrier in mice. This breakthrough uses a human ...