Injectable wireless device offers new approach to control nerve activity
Researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, have developed a tiny, injectable medical…
Researchers develop compound 10 to slow Alzheimer’s disease progression
Researchers from ETH Zurich have developed an active ingredient that slows down the progression of typical Alzheimer’s symptoms…
Scientists mimic heart cell signaling using organic conductive plastics
For the first time, scientists have succeeded in artificially mimicking the ion signaling of heart muscle cells. To…
Why new Alzheimer’s drugs are dividing regulators worldwide
New Alzheimer’s drugs are raising hopes, but modest benefits, ARIA safety risks, high costs, and regulatory disagreements show…
Nerve freezing technique reduces pain after surgical repair for microtia
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is the first in the world to eliminate months…
Researchers uncover possible cause of pain in neurofibromatosis type 1
Researchers at Cincinnati Children’s have identified a potential new way to relieve chronic pain linked to neurofibromatosis type…
Targeted nerve stimulation boosts movement-related brain activity in humans
The vagus nerve connects the brain to major organs throughout the body and plays important roles in many bodily functions.…
Psilocybin may provide long-lasting relief from chronic nerve pain
A single dose of psilocybin – the active compound in magic mushrooms – reduces nerve pain for up…
Preclinical models map genetic changes behind multiple sclerosis nerve damage
More than 1 million people across the United States live with multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that affects…
New gene editing approach improves survival in epileptic mice
In a world first, a research team at the University of Zurich has successfully treated mice carrying an…
Scientists uncover cellular mechanism behind rare childhood brain disorders
Thousands of times per year, a family’s moment of joy turns to unexpected grief. A seemingly healthy infant…
Antibiotic minocycline shows potential for treating panic disorder symptoms
A study supported by FAPESP shows that small doses of the antibiotic minocycline may help treat panic disorder.…