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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 finds evidence of increased neuronal connectivity in the brains of entrepreneurs

In a pioneering study involving serial entrepreneurs and managers, a multidisciplinary research team led by HEC - School of Management at the University of Liège and Liège University Hospital (CHU Liège), combining entrepreneurship researchers and brain specialists, found evidence of increased neuronal connectivity in the brains of entrepreneurs, which may contribute to distinct cognitive attributes.

13 Jun 2023

Beyond exhaustion: study identifies fatigue as key factor limiting functionality in long COVID patients

Researchers assess self-documented long COVID symptoms among care-seeking individuals.

13 Jun 2023

Study reveals biologically validated imaging-based evidence of medically induced myelin repair

A decade after UC San Francisco scientists identified an over-the-counter antihistamine as a treatment for multiple sclerosis, researchers have developed an approach to measure the drug's effectiveness in repairing the brain, making it possible to also assess future therapies for the devastating disorder.

13 Jun 2023

Jefferson's new series explores scientific concepts through experimental demos

Here's a question for you… Is it possible to learn key science concepts in three minutes or less? The answer: We sure hope so. The U.S. Department of Energy's Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is now offering a new playlist called "Here's a Question" as part of its long-running Frostbite Theater video series.

13 Jun 2023

Manipulating white blood cells to eliminate solid tumors

By silencing the molecular pathway that prevents macrophages from attacking our own cells, Penn Engineers have manipulated these white blood cells to eliminate solid tumors.

12 Jun 2023

New study may help improve diagnosis of cognitive disability in Parkinson's disease

A few minutes of data recorded from a single electrode placed on top of the head may be sufficient to predict thinking problems, including dementia, in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD).

12 Jun 2023

Spaceflight experience alters human brain structure, posing challenges for long-term missions

Spaceflight impacts brain structure. Longer missions lead to greater ventricle expansion, especially within the first 6 months. Shorter inter-mission intervals limit ventricle recovery. Findings reveal limits and recovery capacity of the brain during spaceflight.

12 Jun 2023

Researchers identify a potential breakthrough in glioblastoma treatment

In a recently published manuscript, Howard Colman, MD, PhD, Jon M. Huntsman Presidential Professor of Neuro-Oncology and co-leader of the Neurologic Cancers Disease Center and the Experimental Therapeutics CCSG program at Huntsman Cancer Institute, identified a potential breakthrough in glioblastoma treatment.

12 Jun 2023

Rice U. postdoctoral fellow explores the link between menopause and Alzheimer’s disease

Two-thirds of the people suffering from Alzheimer's disease are women, yet most research has ignored differences between the sexes.

12 Jun 2023

Thyrotropin-releasing hormone neurons play a key role in the response to fasting and weight loss

Regulation of thyroid hormone (TH) levels is a complex multilevel phenomenon. The paraventricular nucleus (PVN) of the hypothalamus (the region of the brain that controls the involuntary nervous system) has been identified as a direct regulator of thyrotropin (a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland that regulates the production of thyroid hormones).

12 Jun 2023

New data challenge seeks to unravel how lipoprotein(a) levels impact risk of cardiovascular disease

The American Heart Association, the world's leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health, invites scientific researchers across the globe to compete in a new data challenge to better inform the scientific understanding of how lipoprotein(a) [Lp(a)] levels impact the risk of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

12 Jun 2023

Adiposity-associated cancer risk differs based on biological sex

Many studies have linked obesity to an increased risk of cancer, but most have not differentiated the risks between men and women.

12 Jun 2023

Study:Overactive inflammatory response could be at the root of many long COVID cases

An overactive inflammatory response could be at the root of many long COVID cases, according to a new study from the Allen Institute and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center.

12 Jun 2023

Study unveils potential early detection algorithm for neurodegeneration in rare genetic disorder

Xeroderma pigmentosum (XP) is a rare and devastating genetic disorder characterised by an inability to repair skin damage caused by ultraviolet (UV) light.

11 Jun 2023

Revolution in neuroscience: 2D nanomaterials propel advances in brain repair, treatment, and diagnosis

Review discusses the increasing importance of two-dimensional nanomaterials like graphene in neuroscience, highlighting their potential in nerve repair, creating brain-mimicking synaptic devices, and treating neurological disorders. It also considers the challenges and future prospects of these materials in this complex field.

11 Jun 2023

Gaining new insights into the complex relationship between cognition and AI

Inês Hipólito is a highly accomplished researcher, recognized for her work in esteemed journals and contributions as a co-editor. She has received research awards including the prestigious Talent Grant from the University of Amsterdam in 2021. After her PhD, she held positions at the Berlin School of Mind and Brain and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.

10 Jun 2023

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Study finds evidence of increased neuronal connectivity in the brains of entrepreneurs

Beyond exhaustion: study identifies fatigue as key factor limiting functionality in long COVID patients

Study reveals biologically validated imaging-based evidence of medically induced myelin repair

Jefferson's new series explores scientific concepts through experimental demos

Manipulating white blood cells to eliminate solid tumors

New study may help improve diagnosis of cognitive disability in Parkinson's disease

Spaceflight experience alters human brain structure, posing challenges for long-term missions

Researchers identify a potential breakthrough in glioblastoma treatment

Rice U. postdoctoral fellow explores the link between menopause and Alzheimer’s disease

Thyrotropin-releasing hormone neurons play a key role in the response to fasting and weight loss

New data challenge seeks to unravel how lipoprotein(a) levels impact risk of cardiovascular disease

Adiposity-associated cancer risk differs based on biological sex

Study:Overactive inflammatory response could be at the root of many long COVID cases

Study unveils potential early detection algorithm for neurodegeneration in rare genetic disorder

Revolution in neuroscience: 2D nanomaterials propel advances in brain repair, treatment, and diagnosis

Gaining new insights into the complex relationship between cognition and AI

Similar underlying biological abnormalities, symptoms found in long COVID and chronic fatigue syndrome

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