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The human brain is the center of the human nervous system and is a highly complex organ. Enclosed in the cranium, it has the same general structure as the brains of other mammals, but is over three times as large as the brain of a typical mammal with an equivalent body size.

Stimulation of the brain delays exhaustion of leg muscles during exercise task

Research led by the University of Kent shows stimulation of the brain impacts on endurance exercise performance by decreasing perception of effort.

1 Nov 2016

Researchers identify potential new treatment for brain cancer by targeting genes linked to microcephaly

University of North Carolina Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers have identified a potential new treatment for brain cancer by learning from a rare condition that can cause microcephaly.

1 Nov 2016

Research shows way to directly target genes within specific cell type

The cornerstone of genetics is the loss-of-function experiment. In short, this means that to figure out what exactly gene X is doing in a tissue of interest—be it developing brain cells or a pancreatic tumor—you somehow cut out, switch off or otherwise destroy gene X in that tissue and then watch what happens.

1 Nov 2016

Scientists develop new model to provide predictions linking brain circuits to brain activity

For as long as scientists have been listening in on the activity of the brain, they have been trying to understand the source of its noisy, apparently random, activity.

1 Nov 2016

Mind-wandering research proposes new framework for understanding how thoughts flow

If you think the mind grinds to a halt when you're doing nothing, think again. A University of British Columbia-led review of mind-wandering research, published in the November issue of Nature Reviews Neuroscience, proposes a new framework for understanding how thoughts flow, even at rest.

1 Nov 2016

Researchers explore interaction between two brain regions during formation of long-term memories

Our brain has a tough task every time we experience something new - it must be flexible to take in new information instantly, but also stable enough to store it for a long time.

1 Nov 2016

Study provides new insights into how the social brain works differently in males and females

The brain regulates social behavior differently in males and females, according to a new study published today in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

1 Nov 2016

Scientists find new way to significantly reduce detection time for sepsis

What do Casey Kasem, Christopher Reeve and Muhammad Ali have in common? They all died of sepsis: a rapid, potentially deadly reaction that affects about 1 million Americans each year.

1 Nov 2016

Researchers identify potential approach for preventing neurological problems caused by blast-related TBI

More than 200,000 U.S. soldiers serving in the Middle East have experienced a blast-related traumatic brain injury, making it a common health problem and concern for that population.

31 Oct 2016

Measles complication that kills children more common than previously thought

A complication of measles that kills children years after they have the infection is more common than thought, according to a study being presented at IDWeek 2016.

31 Oct 2016

Nano-biointeraction and nanopathology

Nanoparticles enter the organism in a number of ways. In most cases through inhalation and ingestion. When inhaled, the majority of them are expelled with the next breath. When ingested, most of them are gotten rid of through feces.

31 Oct 2016

New partnership-funded research could lead to better treatment for birdshot

Birdshot uveitis is a rare autoimmune disorder that has the potential to blind. It’s notoriously hard to treat.

31 Oct 2016

Experts meet at Hyderabad for four-day World Stroke Congress

Stroke is devastating. Everyone can have a stroke. For many people, the stroke happens suddenly and without warning. According to Stroke Association, when it happens, there is a little time to prepare. It can affect how one moves, feels and thinks.

31 Oct 2016

Shire announces recipients of 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards

To coincide with ADHD Awareness Month, Shire plc today announced the winners of the 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards.

31 Oct 2016

Distinct structures of tau protein aggregates may help determine type of dementia, study shows

The distinct structures of toxic protein aggregates that form in degenerating brains determine which type of dementia will occur, which regions of brain will be affected, and how quickly the disease will spread, according to a study from the Peter O'Donnell Jr. Brain Institute.

31 Oct 2016

Researchers discover enzyme in the brain that acts like switch to turn off obesity

You've tried all the diets. No matter: you've still regained the weight you lost, even though you ate well and you exercised regularly! This may be due to a particular enzyme in the brain: the alpha/beta hydrolase domain-6 enzyme, better known as ABHD6.

27 Oct 2016

Researchers identify underlying cause and potential treatment for phantom limb pain in amputees

Researchers have discovered that a 'reorganisation' of the wiring of the brain is the underlying cause of phantom limb pain, which occurs in the vast majority of individuals who have had limbs amputated, and a potential method of treating it which uses artificial intelligence techniques.

27 Oct 2016

Scientists pinpoint the brain region responsible for ‘placebo effect’ in pain relief

Scientists have identified for the first time the region in the brain responsible for the "placebo effect" in pain relief, when a fake treatment actually results in substantial reduction of pain, according to new research from Northwestern Medicine and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago.

27 Oct 2016

Ionizing radiation may be confounding factor in Alzheimer's disease, study suggests

More humans than ever are exposed to higher levels of ionizing radiation from medical equipment, airplanes, etc. A new study suggests that this kind of radiation may be a confounding factor in the neurodegenerative disease Alzheimer´s.

27 Oct 2016

Allen Institute for Brain Science maps the mouse cortex in 3-D

The Allen Institute for Brain Science has completed the three-dimensional mapping of the mouse cortex as part of the Allen Mouse Common Coordinate Framework (CCF): a standardized spatial coordinate system for comparing many types of data on the brain from the suite of Allen Brain Atlas resources.

27 Oct 2016

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Stimulation of the brain delays exhaustion of leg muscles during exercise task

Researchers identify potential new treatment for brain cancer by targeting genes linked to microcephaly

Research shows way to directly target genes within specific cell type

Scientists develop new model to provide predictions linking brain circuits to brain activity

Mind-wandering research proposes new framework for understanding how thoughts flow

Researchers explore interaction between two brain regions during formation of long-term memories

Study provides new insights into how the social brain works differently in males and females

Scientists find new way to significantly reduce detection time for sepsis

Researchers identify potential approach for preventing neurological problems caused by blast-related TBI

Measles complication that kills children more common than previously thought

Nano-biointeraction and nanopathology

New partnership-funded research could lead to better treatment for birdshot

Experts meet at Hyderabad for four-day World Stroke Congress

Shire announces recipients of 2016 Excellence in ADHD Patient Group Awards

Distinct structures of tau protein aggregates may help determine type of dementia, study shows

Researchers discover enzyme in the brain that acts like switch to turn off obesity

Researchers identify underlying cause and potential treatment for phantom limb pain in amputees

Scientists pinpoint the brain region responsible for ‘placebo effect’ in pain relief

Ionizing radiation may be confounding factor in Alzheimer's disease, study suggests

Allen Institute for Brain Science maps the mouse cortex in 3-D

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