FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·August 11, 2019·5 min readHigh-energy lasers could be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease in the futureFar-infrared free-electron lasers may be a new way in which we fight the effects of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report the technology can break down protein aggregates associated with the disease deep within the brain.Read More
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FeaturedNeurology·January 26, 2018·5 min readMIND Diet May Slow Cognitive Decline in Stroke SurvivorsSummary: Rush University Medical Center researchers report the MIND diet can help substantially slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors. Source:...Read More
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FeaturedNeuroethicsNeurology·July 16, 2013·5 min readPotential Neurological Treatments Often Advance to Clinical Trials on Shaky EvidenceA new study claims clinical trials for neurological diseases often fail because the animal studies which preceded them were poorly designed or biased in their interpretation.Read More
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FeaturedNeurology·June 20, 2018·3 min readDeep Brain Stimulation Promising for Those With Mild Alzheimer’sDeep brain stimulation of the fornix may prove to be beneficial for people over the age of 65 who suffer from mild Alzheimer's, researchers report.Read More