Loading...
Neuroscience describes the scientific study of the mechanics of the central nervous system such as its structure, function, genetics and physiology as well as how this can be applied to understand diseases of the nervous system. Neurology is a specialized area of medicine that concerns disorders and diseases of the nervous system ranging from Alzheimer's disease through to infection and personality disorders. Neurology involves diagnosing and treating conditions of the central, peripheral and autonomic nervous systems. This category includes news on nervous system disorders and discoveries, research related to the brain, memory and how we perceive the environment.
Alzheimer's: What leads to brain cell damage?
The toxic beta-amyloid protein inactivates a protein that is key to the functioning of the parts of brain cells that receive signals from other cells.
Leaky blood vessels may trigger Alzheimer's
According to a recent study, leaky capillaries could be more important to the development of Alzheimer's disease than protein buildup in the brain.
Central obesity linked to brain shrinkage
A recent study has linked central obesity to shrinkage in certain parts of the brain. The question now is whether obesity causes brain shrinkage.
Through my eyes: Aphasia
Having experienced a serious brain injury at just 26 years old, I developed aphasia. This is the story of my recovery, and how I relearned everything.
Key brain area plays a crucial role in addiction
New research finds that the brain's cerebellum is involved in reward processing and social behavior. The findings shed new light on addictive behavior.
Stem cell transplant slows down MS progression
Clinical trial compares stem cell transplantation with existing disease-modifying therapies and finds that the former is more effective at slowing down MS.
ALS: A new therapy may be in sight
New research, led by Harvard scientists, identifies a novel potential therapeutic target for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Experimental drug may prevent Alzheimer's disease
A drug that researchers are testing against a range of conditions might also prevent Alzheimer's. The drug blocks toxic protein buildup in the brain.
How do our brains remember?
How to relieve nerve pain in MS
What are the benefits of quercetin?
Safer sleeping pills keep brain alert to danger
A lack of deep sleep could indicate Alzheimer's development
Osteoporosis breakthrough: Bone mass increased by 800 percent
Increased intracranial pressure: What to know
Exercise can help fight off Alzheimer's, but how?
How do genetic differences affect the risk of bipolar disorder?
Alzheimer's: 9 new genetic risk factors found
Raising histamine levels boosts long-term memory
Nutrient in mother's diet may help fight Alzheimer's in offspring
What to know about ventriculoperitoneal shunt
Candida infection can reach brain and impair memory
13 early signs of Parkinson's disease
What to know about femoral neuropathy
What to know about kyphosis
Innovative brain implant could improve Parkinson's treatment
Chronic fatigue syndrome: New evidence of immune role
How coffee might protect against Parkinson's
Left brain vs. right brain: How does one dominate?
Mediterranean diet nutrients tied with healthy brain aging
6 months of exercise may reverse mild cognitive impairment
Alzheimer's: Study zeroes in on brain's weakest link
12 foods to boost brain function
There's more to blinking than meets the eye
How meditation impacts the way we learn
What to know about encephalopathy
What do brain lesions mean in multiple sclerosis?
The uterus plays a role in memory, study finds
19 natural remedies for a headache
New brain circuit that controls anxiety found
How your imagination can help you overcome your fears
How brain waves enable creative thinking
Does problem-solving stave off mental decline?
Future of Alzheimer's therapy: What is the best approach?
Parkinson's: Dietary compound moves toxic protein from gut to brain
This form of brain training may help treat severe schizophrenia
Is it possible to reverse 'chemo brain?'
A new blood test could help diagnose Alzheimer's
Just one workout offers long-lasting metabolic benefits
OCD: Brain mechanism explains symptoms
Looking for older articles? Browse our archive, or try our search.
