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UK study finds small proportion of early Alzheimer’s patients suitable for latest treatments

Few people in the UK with early stage Alzheimer's disease are likely to be suitable for the latest drugs which aim to halt progress of the condition, yet many are nevertheless likely to be referred for these treatments, finds research published online in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry.

13 Jun 2025

Uncovering the genetic link between type 2 diabetes and brain structure

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a highly prevalent metabolic disorder worldwide. Beyond glucose dysregulation, it exerts significant effects on the central nervous system.

11 Jun 2025

Italian researcher sheds light on the lasting psychiatric impact of childhood trauma

In a revealing Genomic Press Interview published today in Brain Medicine, Sara Poletti, PhD, senior researcher at IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele Milan, illuminates the profound connections between childhood adversity and lifelong vulnerability to psychiatric disorders through persistent neuroinflammation pathways and alterations in brain structure.

11 Jun 2025

New technique improve success rates in treating strokes and other clot-related diseases

When treating an ischemic stroke – where a clot is blocking the flow of oxygen to the brain – every minute counts.

4 Jun 2025

Does lithium offer hope for long COVID brain fog and fatigue? New trial gives mixed results

A randomized clinical trial found that low-dose lithium aspartate did not improve cognitive dysfunction or fatigue in long COVID patients. Higher doses showed possible benefits in a small exploratory substudy, but larger trials are needed.

4 Jun 2025

Early brain wiring holds clues to infant emotional development

In a comprehensive Genomic Press research article, scientists have uncovered remarkable insights into how the earliest brain connections shape infant emotional development, potentially offering new ways to identify children at risk for future behavioral and emotional challenges.

3 Jun 2025

Greenspace exposure supports brain development and mental health in adolescents

Researchers have found that greenspace exposure is associated with widespread patterns of structural brain development during early adolescence, which in turn are associated with better academic and mental outcomes.

3 Jun 2025

Transforming IBS treatment through psychedelic medicine

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Interview published today, Dr. Erin E. Mauney reveals how her pioneering research brings psychedelic medicine into gastroenterology for the first time, potentially transforming treatment for millions suffering from intractable irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

3 Jun 2025

Advanced neuroimaging reveals dynamic brain activity during sound processing

What happens inside your brain when you hear a steady rhythm or musical tone? According to a new study from Aarhus University and the University of Oxford, your brain doesn't just hear it-it reorganizes itself in real time.

2 Jun 2025

Study sheds new light on how caffeine can impair sleep and memory recovery

Caffeine is not only found in coffee, but also in tea, chocolate, energy drinks and many soft drinks, making it one of the most widely consumed psychoactive substances in the world.

28 May 2025

MRI scans reveal why young women face higher risk for eating disorders

Advanced high-field MRI reveals distinct microstructural changes in hypothalamic subregions of young women with anorexia nervosa and obesity. These alterations may underlie increased vulnerability to eating disorders and point toward new neurobiological treatment targets.

26 May 2025

Discovery of novel gene candidate sheds light on autism mechanisms

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition affecting the brain's development and often affects the ability of a person to perceive sensory information and social cues and socialize with others.

21 May 2025

How innovation in dried blood spot testing is transforming neurological disease monitoring

In this interview, NewsMedical speaks with Quanterix about blood spot testing for neurological applications.

From Quanterix 21 May 2025

New framework modernizes traumatic brain injury diagnosis after 50 years

Trauma centers nationwide will begin to test a new approach for assessing traumatic brain injury (TBI) that is expected to lead to more accurate diagnoses and more appropriate treatment and follow-up for patients.

21 May 2025

Genetic variations in Prader-Willi syndrome offer key insights into autism and psychosis

In a comprehensive Genomic Press Invited Expert Review, researchers from the University of Haifa have synthesized cutting-edge findings on Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS), revealing how this complex neurodevelopmental disorder serves as a critical model for understanding the interplay between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and psychotic spectrum disorders (PSD).

20 May 2025

City size reduces obesity and impulsivity through better lifestyle and education

Researchers analyzing data from 915 U.S. cities found that both obesity and impulsivity (measured by ADHD rates) are less common in larger cities, with physical inactivity linking ADHD to obesity. Education and mental healthcare access further influence these patterns, highlighting modifiable factors for urban health.

18 May 2025

Exploring mindfulness practices to combat anxiety

If you're anxious about work, finances, the state of the world, or anything else, you might try a moment of mindfulness.

16 May 2025

Chronic overwork may lead to changes in brain regions associated with emotion and cognition

Long working hours may alter the structure of the brain, particularly the areas associated with emotional regulation and executive function, such as working memory and problem solving, suggest the findings of preliminary research, published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine.

14 May 2025

Exploring how play affects cognitive functioning in children with autism

Step into physical therapy professor Anjana Bhat's colorful Move 2 Learn Innovation Lab on the University of Delaware's Science, Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Campus, and you may see children moving to the beat or leaping over structures as part of an obstacle course.

12 May 2025

Study shows strong COVID immunity from infection and vaccination

A first-of-its-kind study led by the University of Oxford has successfully investigated human immunity against COVID-19 in people who already have antibodies against it.

9 May 2025

Neuroimaging News and Research

UK study finds small proportion of early Alzheimer’s patients suitable for latest treatments

Uncovering the genetic link between type 2 diabetes and brain structure

Italian researcher sheds light on the lasting psychiatric impact of childhood trauma

New technique improve success rates in treating strokes and other clot-related diseases

Does lithium offer hope for long COVID brain fog and fatigue? New trial gives mixed results

Early brain wiring holds clues to infant emotional development

Greenspace exposure supports brain development and mental health in adolescents

Transforming IBS treatment through psychedelic medicine

Advanced neuroimaging reveals dynamic brain activity during sound processing

Study sheds new light on how caffeine can impair sleep and memory recovery

MRI scans reveal why young women face higher risk for eating disorders

Discovery of novel gene candidate sheds light on autism mechanisms

How innovation in dried blood spot testing is transforming neurological disease monitoring

New framework modernizes traumatic brain injury diagnosis after 50 years

Genetic variations in Prader-Willi syndrome offer key insights into autism and psychosis

City size reduces obesity and impulsivity through better lifestyle and education

Exploring mindfulness practices to combat anxiety

Chronic overwork may lead to changes in brain regions associated with emotion and cognition

Exploring how play affects cognitive functioning in children with autism

Study shows strong COVID immunity from infection and vaccination

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