Gene Linked to Brain Aging Identified
Common Genetic Variant Found to Accelerate Normal Brain Aging by Up to 12 Years Summary: Researchers have identified a common genetic variant…
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Could a Natural Mineral Reverse Memory Loss?
Summary: Research from the University of Queensland indicates that selenium, a dietary trace mineral found in foods like grains, meat and nuts,…
Stem Cell Combination Therapy Boosts Recovery After TBI
Umbilical cord blood cells combined with a growth factor show promise in animal models of chronic traumatic brain injury Traumatic brain injury…
Mouse Brains Keep Positive and Negative Memories Separate
Summary: A new study maps how positive and negative memories for smells, tastes and experiences are organized in distinct subregions of the…
High or Low Blood Magnesium Levels Linked to Dementia Risk
Both High and Low Blood Magnesium Levels Linked to Increased Dementia Risk Summary: A large population study published in Neurology finds that…
Study Finds Blood Iron Levels May Slow Aging
Summary: Elevated iron levels in the blood appear to accelerate biological aging. Monitoring and managing iron levels may help reduce age-related health…
Genetic Causes of Cerebral Palsy Explained
Summary: Researchers have identified mutations in single genes that appear to explain some cases of cerebral palsy that are not the result…
New Study Reveals How to Thrive
Summary: Researchers conclude that thriving is driven by a personal sense of growth and the experience of mastering meaningful skills or goals.…
Engineered Polymer Nanotube Network Mimics Neurons
Crowdsurfing motor proteins create possible prosthetic interface. Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories have engineered interconnected networks of polymer nanotubes that mimic the…
New Study Links Parkinson’s Disease to Neuroticism
Summary: New research shows that higher levels of the personality trait neuroticism are associated with a greater risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.…
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