Posts Tagged ‘neurology news’
Vitamin K2 Possible New Hope For Parkinson’s Patients
Neuroscientist Patrik Verstreken, associated with VIB and KU Leuven, succeeded in undoing the effect of one of the genetic defects that leads to Parkinson's using vitamin K2. His discovery gives hope to Parkinson's patients. This research was done in collaboration with [Read More]
New Mouse Model Shows Neuronal Loss During Initial HIV Infection
A new study published in this months Journal of Neuroscience investigates the effect of early HIV infection on nerve cell and neuronal damage. Using a new mouse model, neuroscientist were able to examine the effects of early HIV infection within the nervous system. The [Read More]
Genetic Variants Rewire Brain In Autistic Patients
Researchers at UCLA have demonstrated how genetic variants rewire the brain in autistic patients. Examining the role of the CNTAP2 gene, which is believed to boost the risk of autism, researchers discovered a difference in connectivity between the left and right sides of [Read More]
New Dopamine Model Could Assist In Drug Addiction And Schizophrenia Treatments
Neuroscientists at the University of Copenhagen have developed a model which demonstrates how the brain releases dopamine. The model could provide a key insight into how the brain perceives punishment and reward. The researchers hope that their newly developed model could [Read More]
The Cognitive Effects Of Parkinson’s Disease
A new study released by researchers at Queen's University investigates the cognitive effects of Parkinson's disease. The study suggests that patients with Parkinson's disease can perform a number of automated tasks better than those without the disease. However, patients [Read More]
Peridontal Gum Disease Could Increase Alzheimer’s Risk
New research from New York University College of Dentists provides fresh evidence that poor dental hygiene can increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease. New evidence from NYUCD supports link between gum inflammation and [Read More]
