Brain & Neurology
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Road accident data predicts brain injury risk
Speed, direction, and level of head protection can predict who is most at risk of brain injury following road traffic collisions, according to a new UK study. Read more
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Zebrafish discovery could help multiple sclerosis therapies
A new feature of multiple sclerosis biology has been discovered, which could help to stop the condition progressing. Read more
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Dementia risk heightened among ethnic minorities and deprived
People from ethnic minority groups and socioeconomically deprived areas face a significantly increased risk of developing dementia, according to the first study to focus on a diverse population. Read more
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Viagra-type drug hope for treating vascular dementia
Viagra-type drugs could have potential for treating some patients with vascular dementia, a UK/US study has found. Read more
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Novel cancer therapy uses MRI scanner
An MRI scanner has been used to guide a magnetic seed through an animal brain to heat and destroy cancer tumours without harming healthy tissues, British researchers have reported. Read more
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New approach to repair peripheral nerve damage
New ideas for repairing peripheral nerve damage have been announced by a team of researchers in Ireland. Read more
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Ketamine may benefit severe alcoholics
Ketamine treatment may be effective for alcohol use disorder, alongside psychological therapy, according to a new study. Read more
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Dementia cases could triple globally by 2050
The number of adults living with dementia is expected to nearly triple by 2050, according to a new global report, published today. Read more
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Magic mushroom drug found safe for therapy
Treatment of mental trauma or long-lasting depression with psilocybin may be one step closer after a new study found no detrimental effects. Read more
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Frailty strongly linked to dementia
Frailty in older adults appears to raise the risk of dementia independently of genetic risk, researchers have found. Read more