September 16, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A study carried out with a new human stem cell-derived model reveals that the most prevalent genetic risk factor of Alzheimer’s disease (AD), apolipoprotein E4 (APOE4), impairs the function of human brain immune cells, microglia. These findings pave th…
September 15, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
In the largest and most in-depth study of its kind, scientists confirm that physical fitness is associated with improved cognitive ability.
September 13, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
This Friday the 13th, we take a look at the psychological mechanisms of superstitions and their effect on mental health and well-being.
September 13, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
Researchers have made discoveries regarding the effect of the dipeptide Leucine-Histidine (LH) in suppressing microglial activation and depression-associated emotional disturbances. LH dipeptide is found in fermented foods such as blue cheese and natto…
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
In breast cancer, metastases to the brain often spell a death sentence; many women survive for less than a year after diagnosis. A new study reveals how the cancer is able to cross the blood-brain-barrier: by sending out exosomes that hijack the natura…
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
A recent study revealed that regular tea drinkers have better organized brain regions compared to non-tea drinkers.
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
Routine sparring in boxing can cause short-term impairments in brain-to-muscle communication and decreased memory performance, according to new research.
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research reveals that noradrenaline plays a key role in how astrocytes — star-shaped cells in the brain closely associated with neurons — track distinct information during behavior. The researchers found that astrocytes can integrate information …
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
New research shows that popular mobile phone games such as Tetris, Candy Crush Saga and Fruit Ninja could provide a new tool to help doctors spot early signs of cognitive decline, some of which may indicate the onset of serious conditions like dementia.
September 12, 2019 by NewsBot - No Comment
An advanced MRI brain scan analysis in patients with stroke-damaged blood vessels helped predict problems with thinking (planning, organizing information and processing speed) and dementia.
