Blocking nitric oxide suppresses tumor growth in aggressive pediatric neuroblastoma
The tumor begins before birth. Somewhere in the developing fetus, neural crest cells that should have matured into…
Can brain cells run computers? This startup powers data centre using human neurons
As companies around the world race to build more data centres to power artificial intelligence (AI) models, researchers…
Toxic RNA drives progressive heart damage in myotonic dystrophy
Myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) is the most common cause of adult-onset muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder that…
Researchers uncover a chain of molecular events behind early brain changes in Alzheimer’s
For the millions of people who carry the gene APOE4, the strongest known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s…
Study shows how environmental factors accelerate biological age of the brain
The latest findings from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Trinity College Dublin identify important brain health implications…
Study identifies a common hidden genetic cause of neurodevelopmental disorder in children
A major genetic study has uncovered a surprisingly common recessive cause of neurodevelopmental disorder, revealing how hidden changes…
Māori All Black Shane Christie died with CTE, the brain disease linked to contact sport
New Zealand Rugby (NZR) acknowledged the diagnosis and reiterated its position that the link between repeated head impacts…
NIH funds AI project to advance Alzheimer’s research and treatment
The National Institutes of Health has renewed support for Artificial Intelligence for Alzheimer’s Disease, or AI4AD. The new $12.6…
Vitamin D levels in midlife tied to lower dementia risk marker
Having higher levels of vitamin D in the blood in middle age is associated with lower levels of…
Small molecule may block protein buildup in neurodegenerative diseases
A team of researchers from NYU Abu Dhabi and the University of Denver have identified a promising small…
Highly potent opioid shows potential as therapy for pain and opioid use disorder
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have identified a novel, highly potent opioid that shows potential…
Gut microbiome changes improve memory in early cognitive decline
From Mediterranean diets to probiotics, scientists reveal how reshaping the gut microbiome could help protect brain function, while…