https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-terms/parkinsons-disease/ Neuroscience News provides research news for neuroscience, neurology, psychology, AI, brain science, mental health, robotics and cognitive sciences. Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:25:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://neurosciencenews.com/files/2020/08/cropped-Neuroscience-News-Site-Icon-512-comp-32x32.jpg https://neurosciencenews.com/neuroscience-terms/parkinsons-disease/ 32 32 https://neurosciencenews.com/ang-gene-neurodegeneration-25433/ https://neurosciencenews.com/ang-gene-neurodegeneration-25433/#respond Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:25:11 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99288 Researchers uncovered a crucial link between the gene Angiogenin (ANG) and age-related neurodegenerative diseases such as frontotemporal dementia (FTD), motor neuron disease (MND), and Parkinson's disease. In its mutated form, ANG causes stem cells to delay their differentiation into specialized nerve cells, leading to neurodevelopmental defects. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/ang-gene-neurodegeneration-25433/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/ https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/#comments Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:59:57 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=99265 Researchers deploy a soft, wearable robot to combat freezing, a common and debilitating symptom of Parkinson's disease. The robot, worn around the hips and thighs, provides a gentle push during leg swings, helping patients achieve longer strides.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-robotic-suit-25427/feed/ 2 https://neurosciencenews.com/dopaminergic-system-organoid-25314/ https://neurosciencenews.com/dopaminergic-system-organoid-25314/#respond Tue, 05 Dec 2023 14:42:54 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98785 Researchers developed a novel organoid model that mimics the human dopaminergic system, providing crucial insights into Parkinson's disease and the impact of chronic cocaine use. This study demonstrates the model's ability to replicate the structure, connectivity, and functionality of the dopaminergic system. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/dopaminergic-system-organoid-25314/feed/ 0 https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-grounds-neurodegeneration-25234/ https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-grounds-neurodegeneration-25234/#comments Tue, 21 Nov 2023 13:51:40 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98422 Researchers found that Carbon Quantum Dots (CACQDs) derived from used coffee grounds could protect brain cells from damage caused by neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. CACQDs showed neuroprotective effects in various models, including Parkinson's caused by pesticide exposure. These CACQDs have the potential to address the underlying causes of neurodegenerative disorders, rather than just managing symptoms. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/coffee-grounds-neurodegeneration-25234/feed/ 1 https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-enzyme-inhibition-25215/ https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-enzyme-inhibition-25215/#comments Wed, 15 Nov 2023 14:44:51 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=98332 Researchers discovered that inhibiting a specific enzyme, USP30, in a mouse model protects dopamine-producing neurons, which are typically lost as the disease progresses. This groundbreaking finding suggests a new therapeutic avenue that could slow or even prevent Parkinson's progression. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-enzyme-inhibition-25215/feed/ 2 https://neurosciencenews.com/caffeine-genetics-parkinsons-24920/ Thu, 05 Oct 2023 20:42:45 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97437 New research unveils a significant correlation between caffeine consumption and a lowered risk of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) for individuals with Asian gene variants linked to the disorder. The study involving 4,488 subjects disclosed that regular consumption of tea or coffee curtailed the risk of developing PD by four to eight times compared to non-caffeine drinkers who have the gene. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/circadian-rhythm-parkinsons-23996/ Fri, 29 Sep 2023 21:16:07 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97345 Researchers delved into the enigma of sleep disturbances and their relation to Parkinson's disease. Utilizing fruit flies, they found that cellular stress linked to Parkinson's was especially damaging to neurons during nighttime.]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-dysfunction-parkinsons-23926/ https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-dysfunction-parkinsons-23926/#comments Fri, 15 Sep 2023 17:57:13 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=97024 Contrary to the widely held belief that Parkinson’s disease originates from the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons, a new study suggests a precursor: synaptic dysfunction. This revelation unveils the dysfunction of dopaminergic synapses prior to neurodegeneration. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/synaptic-dysfunction-parkinsons-23926/feed/ 2 https://neurosciencenews.com/glymphatic-system-alpha-synuclein-23891/ Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:52:34 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=96859 Researchers shed light on the puzzle of Parkinson’s disease progression. They discovered that a mutated version of the α-synuclein protein moves through the brain's lymphatic system, known as the glymphatic system, before aggregating. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/dr4-gene-alzheimers-parkinsons-23855/ Wed, 30 Aug 2023 19:17:23 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=96633 Researchers identified a gene allele, known as DR4, that offers more than a 10% average reduction in the risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. The study, involving hundreds of thousands of people from various ancestries, suggests a potential role of the tau protein in both conditions. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-sleep-rbd-23844/ https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-sleep-rbd-23844/#comments Mon, 28 Aug 2023 17:53:36 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=96537 Researchers are probing into REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD), a condition where people physically act out their dreams. This parasomnia is more than a nocturnal hazard: research indicates a strong link between RBD and neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s. ]]> https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-sleep-rbd-23844/feed/ 2 https://neurosciencenews.com/parkinsons-dance-23831/ Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:31:26 +0000 https://neurosciencenews.com/?p=96453 Dancing offers Parkinson’s patients more than physical rehabilitation; it provides a transformative avenue for personal identity and self-expression. Researchers discovered that participating in a dance company can profoundly influence the disease-related identity negotiation in individuals with Parkinson’s. ]]>