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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging technique which physicians use for the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.

Canine transmission models provide insights into the neurological impacts of COVID-19 on human brains

The histopathologic alteration caused by SARS‑CoV‑2 on mammalian neurological systems.

20 Oct 2023

Identifying a signature biomarker for early-onset Alzheimer's disease

Alexandra Touroutoglou, PhD, and Bradford Dickerson, MD, neuroscientists in the department of Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital, are the lead authors of a new study published in Alzheimer's & Dementia, The Sporadic Early-onset Alzheimer's Disease Signature Of Atrophy: Preliminary Findings From The Longitudinal Early-onset Alzheimer's Disease Study (LEADS) Cohort.

19 Oct 2023

Study explores sex-specific effects in Alzheimers disease pathology

The role of biological sex in the development and progression of Alzheimer's Disease (AD).

19 Oct 2023

AI-powered software can provide MRI-quality brain images from CT scans

In certain cases, a new method can provide as much information from brain images taken with computed tomography (CT) as images captured with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

17 Oct 2023

Study finds disruptions in functional brain connectivity in people with schizophrenia

Schizophrenia, a neurodevelopmental disorder that features psychosis among its symptoms, is thought to arise from disorganization in brain connectivity and functional integration.

17 Oct 2023

Quality of ultrasound scans of the liver and kidneys found to be lower in obese patients

Ultrasound of the abdominal organs is a central diagnostic tool and is recommended as the first-line approach for many medical conditions.

16 Oct 2023

Is your happiness hardwired? New study dives into the genetics of joy

The study reveals that the genetic basis for happiness is consistent across various age groups and ancestral backgrounds, influencing well-being measures like confidence and calmness. It also finds that this genetic predisposition affects specific brain structures related to psychological and cognitive health.

15 Oct 2023

Ketamine shows complex influence on social cognition in schizophrenia, study reveals

Researchers from the University of Bonn delve into the complex relationship between ketamine and social cognition deficits in schizophrenia, revealing both promising and cautionary insights.

12 Oct 2023

Researchers create a comprehensive cellular atlas of the Broca’s area in the brain

The brain is made up of numerous types of cells that are organized into different structures and regions.

12 Oct 2023

Advanced neuroimaging reveals surprising link between glaucoma and Alzheimer's disease

The overlap in clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) findings between Alzheimer's disease and glaucoma.

9 Oct 2023

Can discrimination fuel obesity?

Researchers have identified a potential link between experiences of discrimination and increased obesity risk by examining neural responses to food cues and gut metabolites. The study reveals that discrimination may influence unhealthy food choices, potentially disrupting the brain-gut connection, and suggests brain-targeted treatments or dietary changes as potential interventions.

8 Oct 2023

Non-invasive eye exam could be a valuable tool for early detection of cerebral small vessel disease

A research team led by the Keck School of Medicine of USC has discovered that a non-invasive eye exam may be a possible tool for screening Black Americans and other people from underdiagnosed and high-risk populations for cerebral small vessel disease, a major contributor to cognitive impairment and dementia.

6 Oct 2023

Novel deep learning model to assess Alzheimer's disease progression risk

Patterns in the Alzheimer's disease (AD) trajectory using Mendelian randomization (MR) and deep learning (DL).

3 Oct 2023

Artificial intelligence models for diagnosing post-traumatic stress disorder

Whether AI may be a promising strategy for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) diagnosis.

29 Sep 2023

Hospitalized COVID patients displayed multiple organ abnormalities five months after infection

A study looking at the longer-term impact of COVID-19 has found that nearly a third of patients displayed abnormalities in multiple organs five months after infection, some of which have been shown through previous work to be evidence of tissue damage.

28 Sep 2023

Vascular risk factors influence cognitive health differently in men and women with Alzheimer's disease

Researchers utilize imaging findings to elucidate how Alzheimer's dementia can present considerable variations depending on the sex of the individual.

27 Sep 2023

$10.2M NIH grant awarded to study risk factors for malignant arrhythmias in mitral valve prolapse

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have been awarded a $10.2 million grant from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute of the National Institutes of Health to investigate risk factors for malignant arrhythmias in mitral valve prolapse.

26 Sep 2023

Hospitalized COVID-19 patients face triple the risk of multiorgan damage, study reveals

Researchers in the U.K. find that patients hospitalized with COVID-19 face a higher medium-term risk of multiorgan abnormalities, revealed through multiorgan MRI scans. The study emphasizes the urgency for comprehensive post-hospitalization care, as these abnormalities are associated with persistent mental and physical health impairments.

25 Sep 2023

Deep learning revolutionizes ultra-low-field brain MRI for quicker, clearer scans

Researchers develop a deep learning framework to accelerate ultra-low-field brain MRI, achieving faster scan times and enhanced image quality. The method shows promise in making MRI more accessible and reliable, especially in settings with limited access to high-field scanners.