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New hope for schizophrenia: iTBS over the left DLPFC improves negative and cognitive symptoms

Theta burst stimulation (TBS) is a non-invasive brain stimulation technique known for modifying human behavior and treating neurological diseases. A group of scientists conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis to determine the effective …

Scientists identify brain cell type as master controller of urination

Researchers have identified a subset of brain cells in mice that act as the master regulators of urination.

Brain mapping advances understanding of human speech and hallucinations in schizophrenia

Voice experiments in people with epilepsy have helped trace the circuit of electrical signals in the brain that allow its hearing center to sort out background sounds from their own voices.

How dementia affects the brain’s ability to empathize

Patients with frontotemporal dementia often lack the ability to empathize. A study has now shown that these patients do not show the same brain activity as healthy individuals when they witness the pain of others, a finding that it is hoped will increa…

Hidden fat predicts Alzheimer’s 20 years ahead of symptoms

Researchers have linked a specific type of body fat to the abnormal proteins in the brain that are hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease up to 20 years before the earliest symptoms of dementia appear, according to a new study. The researchers emphasized tha…

Temporary tattoo printed directly on the scalp offers easy, hair-friendly solution for measuring brainwaves

Scientists have invented a liquid ink that doctors can print onto a patient’s scalp to measure brain activity. The technology offers a promising alternative to the cumbersome process currently used for monitoring brainwaves and diagnosing neurological …

Ketone bodies: More than energy, they are powerful signaling metabolites that clean up damaged proteins

Ketone bodies are not just about energy. These metabolites are powerful signaling molecules that have profound effects on the proteome and protein quality control in the brain. Scientists, working in mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease and aging, and i…

Soccer heading damages brain regions affected in CTE, study finds

Soccer heading may cause more damage to the brain than previously thought, according to a new study.

Caregivers experience decline in well-being

New research, based on data from more than 28,000 caregivers in three countries, shows that the longer individuals spend caring for loved ones, the more their well-being suffers, regardless of the caregiving context. These findings underscore the need …

Brain stimulation effectiveness tied to learning ability, not age

A study reveals that the effectiveness of brain stimulation on motor skills is determined by an individual’s learning ability rather than age, highlighting the need for a more personalized approach to neurorehabilitation.