Brain & Neurology
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Wearable technology to detect early dementia
A global project is to test the benefits of wearable technology to help early detection of neurodegenerative disease, it was announced yesterday. Read more
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Gene clue to Alzheimer’s protein build-up
Scientists have made new discoveries about the build-up of proteins in the brain during Alzheimer’s disease. Read more
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New gene links to Alzheimer’s
Certain genetic variants may reduce an individual’s likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s disease, British researchers report today. Read more
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Immune-targeting drug hope for MS
Irish researchers have raised new hopes for a new class of drugs that are being tested for treatment of multiple sclerosis. Read more
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Down syndrome genes unveiled
Multiple genes are responsible for the problems associated with Down syndrome, British researchers reported last night. Read more
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Oedema drug improves autism symptoms
A drug prescribed to treat oedema improves some of the symptoms in young children with autism, according to a study published today. Read more
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Potential Parkinson’s treatment targets two major nerve systems
A non-invasive gene therapy technique that targets a highly specific group of brain cells has the potential to treat Parkinson’s disease, according to a UK study. Read more
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Concerns over racial disparities in dementia treatment
Black and Asian people with dementia in the UK do not receive the same quality of care as white patients with the same condition, a new study claims today. Read more
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Brain blood flow regulation revealed
Scientists have gained an insight into how the brain monitors and regulates its blood supply, independent of the body-wide blood pressure control system. Read more
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Search for answers on conversion disorder
Researchers at York University are searching for victims of conversion disorder to take part in a new study of the mysterious condition. Read more