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Review: Latest findings in the spina bifida-related care of many comorbidities

Open spina bifida (SB), a neural tube defect (NTD), also known as myelomeningocele, remains the most complex congenital abnormality of the central nervous system compatible with long term survival.

21 Feb 2023

The effect of nut exposure on cognitive performance

Researchers assessed the effects of consuming nuts on cognition.

20 Feb 2023

Elevated level of α-synuclein aggregates in stool samples can indicate early form of Parkinson’s

The so-called isolated REM-sleep behavior disorder is a condition that can provide an indication of Parkinson's disease well in advance.

16 Feb 2023

Repurposing or improving drugs for spinocerebellar ataxia type 5

A team of researchers has developed a new method to screen FDA-approved drugs to determine if they could be repurposed or improved to help patients with a rare, debilitating disease of the nervous system.

16 Feb 2023

Active compound in Lion’s Mane mushroom improves nerve growth and memory

Scientists report that the active compound from an edible mushroom, Hericium erinaceus, can enhance nerve growth and boost memory.

13 Feb 2023

Similar autoantibody profiles in long COVID and fully recovered individuals

Researchers evaluate autoreactive antibody profiles after SARS-CoV-2 infection.

13 Feb 2023

Exploring two small molecules for the disintegration of alpha-synuclein fibrils

In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers assessed the capability of two small molecules of disintegrating alpha-synuclein fibrils.

13 Feb 2023

Research details how the circadian and circannual cycles influence humans at the molecular level

The daily rotation of Earth and its yearly voyage around the Sun marks the natural rhythm of life on the planet.

13 Feb 2023

New method provides important insights into the development of epilepsy

In epilepsy research, it has long been assumed that a leaky blood-brain barrier is a cause of inflammation in the brain.

13 Feb 2023

Could trained scent-detection dogs be used for chronic wasting disease surveillance?

A recent study published in Prion investigated whether trained scent-detection dogs could be used for chronic wasting disease (CWD) surveillance.

13 Feb 2023

A novel multiplexed assay to diagnose Mpox and other viruses

Researchers evaluate the performance of novel assay to identify Mpox viral infection.

6 Feb 2023

Researchers discover how a protein deficiency can prepare the brain to minimize damage after stress

Astrocytes, small star-shaped cells, play an important role in signal transmission in the brain. Since the protein Ezrin is found abundantly in astrocyte tendrils, it is presumed to play a role in brain function.

3 Feb 2023

Research reveals a candidate drug and biomarker to target uveal melanoma

Findings from an international research study involving Irish and Spanish patients reveal a candidate drug and biomarker that could be used to manage uveal melanoma.

2 Feb 2023

Black and Hispanic stroke survivors in the U.S. less likely to be treated for certain complications

Analysis of 20 years of electronic health records across the U.S. finds Black and Hispanic stroke survivors were less likely than white stroke survivors to receive treatment for common complications during the first year after their stroke, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2023.

2 Feb 2023

Central Nervous System News and Research

Review: Latest findings in the spina bifida-related care of many comorbidities

The effect of nut exposure on cognitive performance

Elevated level of α-synuclein aggregates in stool samples can indicate early form of Parkinson’s

Repurposing or improving drugs for spinocerebellar ataxia type 5

Active compound in Lion’s Mane mushroom improves nerve growth and memory

Similar autoantibody profiles in long COVID and fully recovered individuals

Exploring two small molecules for the disintegration of alpha-synuclein fibrils

Research details how the circadian and circannual cycles influence humans at the molecular level

New method provides important insights into the development of epilepsy

Could trained scent-detection dogs be used for chronic wasting disease surveillance?

A novel multiplexed assay to diagnose Mpox and other viruses

Researchers discover how a protein deficiency can prepare the brain to minimize damage after stress

Research reveals a candidate drug and biomarker to target uveal melanoma

Black and Hispanic stroke survivors in the U.S. less likely to be treated for certain complications

University of Manitoba researcher awarded Barancik Prize for watershed discoveries about multiple sclerosis

Effectiveness of exome and genome sequencing to detect undiagnosed syndromes

Analysis of rebound virus suggests two separate reservoirs of latent HIV in patients

The impact of common viral infections on blood-brain barrier function and insulin sensitivity

New discovery about microglia heralds myriad possibilities for treating neurodegenerative diseases

Researchers develop a portable sensor to detect heavy metals in sweat

Event guide: The 7th CNS Drug Delivery Summit eBook

How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

The role of UV-Vis in biopharma QC

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