News tagged with brain tissue
Related topics: brain , nerve cells , alzheimer s disease , brain tumors , neurodegenerative diseases
Study sheds light on underlying causes of impaired brain function in muscular dystrophy
University of Florida researchers have identified a gene responsible for brain-related symptoms of the most common form of adult-onset muscular dystrophy.
Neuroscience
Aug 08, 2012 |
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Brain's stem cells 'eavesdrop' to find out when to act
Working with mice, Johns Hopkins researchers say they have figured out how stem cells found in a part of the brain responsible for learning, memory and mood regulation decide to remain dormant or create new ...
Medical research
Aug 06, 2012 |
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New hope for eyes damaged by Parkinson's disease
(Medical Xpress) -- Scientists have discovered a new avenue for the treatment of vision loss, one of the complications of Parkinson's disease.
Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Aug 03, 2012 |
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Protein-based coating could help rehabilitate long-term brain function
Brain-computer interfaces are at the cutting edge for treatment of neurological and psychological disorder, including Parkinson's, epilepsy, and depression. Among the most promising advance is deep brain stimulation ...
Neuroscience
Jul 31, 2012 |
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Unprecedented accuracy in locating brain electrical activity with new device
Researchers at Aalto University in Finland have developed the world's first device designed for mapping the human brain that combines whole-head magnetoencephalography (MEG) and magnetic resonance imaging ...
Medical research
Jul 26, 2012 |
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New probe provides vital assist in brain cancer surgery
A new probe developed collaboratively at Norris Cotton Cancer Center and Dartmouth College's Thayer School of Engineering uses an innovative fluorescence-reading technology to help brain surgeons distinguish cancerous tissue ...
Cancer
Jul 24, 2012 |
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Researchers develop laser technology to fight cancer
Researchers at the Center for Laser Applications at the University of Tennessee Space Institute in Tullahoma have developed a technology that goes on a "seek and destroy" mission for cancerous tumors. They have harnessed ...
Cancer
Jul 23, 2012 |
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Triangles guide the way for live neural circuits in a dish
Korean scientists have used tiny stars, squares and triangles as a toolkit to create live neural circuits in a dish.
Neuroscience
Jul 19, 2012 |
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Experimental drug may extend therapeutic window for stroke
A team led by a physician-scientist at the University of Southern California (USC) has created an experimental drug that reduces brain damage and improves motor skills among stroke-afflicted rodents when given with federally ...
Cardiology
Jul 17, 2012 |
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West Nile virus infections reported in Athens suburb
Five cases of West Nile virus have been reported since early July in a seaside suburb of Athens, the Greek centre for disease control and prevention (Keelpno) said Friday.
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jul 13, 2012 |
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Galaxy-exploring camera in the operating room
Neurosurgeons and researchers at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the Maxine Dunitz Neurosurgical Institute are adapting an ultraviolet camera to possibly bring planet-exploring technology into the operating room.
Surgery
Jul 12, 2012 |
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Strong communication between brain and muscle requires both having the protein LRP4
Communication between the brain and muscle must be strong for us to eat, breathe or walk. Now scientists have found that a protein known to be on the surface of muscle cells must be present in both tissues ...
Neuroscience
Jul 11, 2012 |
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West Nile Virus detected on New York's Staten Island
The West Nile Virus has been detected in New York City, officials said Tuesday as they urged residents to take precautions against the mosquito-borne disease.
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Jul 10, 2012 |
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Small molecule may play big role in Alzheimer's disease
Alzheimer's disease is one of the most dreaded and debilitating illnesses one can develop. Currently, the disease afflicts 6.5 million Americans and the Alzheimer's Association projects it to increase to between ...
Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Jul 09, 2012 |
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Highlighting molecular clues to the link between childhood maltreatment and later suicide
Exposure to childhood maltreatment increases the risk for most psychiatric disorders as well as many negative consequences of these conditions. This new study, by Dr. Gustavo Turecki and colleagues at McGill University, Canada, ...
Psychology & Psychiatry
Jul 03, 2012 |
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