A new link between diminished input from dopamine-firing cells deep inside the brain and the ability to form new memories could be crucial in detecting the earliest signs of Alzheimer's disease.
Mar 27, 2018
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Researchers from the University of Sheffield have discovered that looking at honeybees in a colony in the same way as neurons in a brain could help us better understand the basic mechanisms of human behaviour.
Mar 27, 2018
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Pioneering international research has found stem cell treatment in people with active multiple sclerosis stabilises the disease and improves disability.
Mar 26, 2018
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A bacteria that is a leading cause of death worldwide from hospital acquired infections following antibiotic treatment looks set to be brought down through its own sibling rivalry.
Sep 6, 2017
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New discovery in motor neurone disease and dementia could pave the way to novel treatments
Jul 17, 2017
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New research has unravelled the mystery of how mitochondria—the energy generators within cells—can withstand attacks on their DNA from rogue molecules.
Apr 28, 2017
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Scientists at the University of Sheffield have identified a protein which causes cells to eat their dying neighbours, helping to prevent inflammation - something which is vital in the fight to stop cancer spreading.
Sep 12, 2016
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Scientists from the University of Sheffield have discovered MRI scanners, normally used to produce images, can steer cell-based, tumour busting therapies to specific target sites in the body.
Aug 18, 2015
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Children who benefit from a good memory are much better at covering up lies, researchers from the University of Sheffield have discovered.
Jun 19, 2015
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A pioneering study conducted by leading researchers at the University of Sheffield has revealed blood types play a role in the development of the nervous system and may cause a higher risk of developing cognitive decline.
Jun 4, 2015
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