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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.

Study analyzes the similarities between near-death experiences and psychedelic experiences

Researchers analyzed the similarities and differences between a near-death experience (NDE) while in a coma and the experience induced by a psychedelic drug.

28 Jul 2023

Physical activity can improve learning and wellbeing in adolescents, study finds

A study led by the University of Eastern Finland suggests that adolescents who engage in active school transport and leisure-time physical activity perform better at secondary school than their inactive peers.

28 Jul 2023

Expert warns of the increasing risks of European holidays

As the UKHSA issues new essential health guidance for travellers going abroad, a leading testing expert warns of the increasing risks of European holidays.

28 Jul 2023

Enhanced light sensitivity may worsen Alzheimer's symptoms

New Alzheimer’s research from UVA Health suggests that enhanced light sensitivity may contribute to “sundowning” – the worsening of symptoms late in the day – and spur sleep disruptions thought to contribute to the disease’s progression.

28 Jul 2023

Inflammaging: The hidden cause of aging and age-related conditions

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered a key driver of chronic inflammation that accelerates aging.

28 Jul 2023

Long-term commitment to MIND diet needed for reaping brain health benefits

New research shows the importance of long-term commitment to the MIND diet for reaping the greatest benefit to brain health.

27 Jul 2023

Penn Medicine researchers identify new therapeutic target for Alzheimer's disease

A gene encoding a protein linked to tau production - tripartite motif protein 11 (TRIM11) - was found to suppress deterioration in small animal models of neurodegenerative diseases similar to Alzheimer's disease (AD), while improving cognitive and motor abilities, according to new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

27 Jul 2023

Henry Ford Health researcher wins grant to study circulating cell-free DNA methylation as a tool for glioma detection

Houtan Noushmehr, Ph.D., a researcher at Henry Ford Health, has been awarded a prestigious R01 grant of nearly $2.9M from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support a research project titled, "Circulating cell-free DNA methylation as an accurate tool for detection and clinical follow-up of glioma."

27 Jul 2023

COVID-19 treatment: study evaluates ACEi and ARB effects on clinical outcomes

A group of researchers compared the effects of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEi) and angiotensin II receptor blockers.

27 Jul 2023

The role of vasomotor reactivity in COVID-19 patients

Researchers searched and collated the most relevant published literature on cerebral hemodynamic changes in COVID-19 patients.

27 Jul 2023

People with Alzheimer's risk gene may lose ability to detect odors earlier

People who carry the gene variant associated with the strongest risk for Alzheimer's disease may lose their ability to detect odors earlier than people who do not carry the gene variant, which may be an early sign of future memory and thinking problems, according to a study published in the July 26, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

26 Jul 2023

Experts weigh benefits and risks of new Alzheimer's disease therapies

New therapies for early Alzheimer's disease, monoclonal antibodies that remove amyloid-β plaques in the brain, are bringing hope to people whose lives have been affected by the disease.

26 Jul 2023

Kundalini yoga may be beneficial for older women with Alzheimer's risk factors

Kundalini yoga, a form of yoga that focuses on breathing, meditation, and mental visualization, appeared beneficial for older women who had risk factors for Alzheimer's disease and concerns about episodes of memory decline, according to a UCLA Health study.

26 Jul 2023

Hypnosis offers new hope for people with spinal cord injury pain

Hypnosis was effective in helping people with recent spinal cord injuries learn coping strategies to fight chronic pain, a new study shows. Almost 90% of participants reported benefit from the treatment.

26 Jul 2023

Mammary fat tissue plays a more active role in breast biology than previously thought

An Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai study sheds light on the intricate interplay between mammary adipose (fat) tissue and breast health, and offers exciting possibilities for understanding breast development, lactation, cancer, and obesity and related metabolic disorders.

26 Jul 2023

American Heart Association grants $2.1 million to study migraines and cardiovascular disease

Existing research shows certain types of migraines can increase the risk of stroke, and there is growing evidence that they may also lead to other types of cardiovascular disease (CVD).

26 Jul 2023

Research uncovers new insights into post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) phenotypes and impact on quality of life

Researchers assessed post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) syndrome (PCS) prevalence and severity.

26 Jul 2023

Does a multidomain intervention of aerobic-resistance exercises with cognitive training and vitamin D improve cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment?

Researchers used a SYNERGIC Trial to evaluate the efficacy of a combination of cognitive training, progressive exercise, and vitamin D supplementation on reversing the effects of mild cognitive impairment in adults

26 Jul 2023

STEMCELL Technologies celebrates 30 years with unprecedented annual growth

STEMCELL Technologies, Canada’s largest biotechnology company, is marking its 30th year of accelerating research into cancer and other diseases by celebrating its culture of collaboration, curiosity, and discovery.

26 Jul 2023

Positive experiences can reverse cognitive decline in old age

A new research paper was published in Aging (listed by MEDLINE/PubMed as "Aging (Albany NY)" and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 15, Issue 13, entitled, "MSK1 is required for the beneficial synaptic and cognitive effects of enriched experience across the lifespan."

26 Jul 2023

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Study analyzes the similarities between near-death experiences and psychedelic experiences

Physical activity can improve learning and wellbeing in adolescents, study finds

Expert warns of the increasing risks of European holidays

Enhanced light sensitivity may worsen Alzheimer's symptoms

Inflammaging: The hidden cause of aging and age-related conditions

Long-term commitment to MIND diet needed for reaping brain health benefits

Penn Medicine researchers identify new therapeutic target for Alzheimer's disease

Henry Ford Health researcher wins grant to study circulating cell-free DNA methylation as a tool for glioma detection

COVID-19 treatment: study evaluates ACEi and ARB effects on clinical outcomes

The role of vasomotor reactivity in COVID-19 patients

People with Alzheimer's risk gene may lose ability to detect odors earlier

Experts weigh benefits and risks of new Alzheimer's disease therapies

Kundalini yoga may be beneficial for older women with Alzheimer's risk factors

Hypnosis offers new hope for people with spinal cord injury pain

Mammary fat tissue plays a more active role in breast biology than previously thought

American Heart Association grants $2.1 million to study migraines and cardiovascular disease

Research uncovers new insights into post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS) phenotypes and impact on quality of life

Does a multidomain intervention of aerobic-resistance exercises with cognitive training and vitamin D improve cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment?

STEMCELL Technologies celebrates 30 years with unprecedented annual growth

Positive experiences can reverse cognitive decline in old age

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