How an antiviral defense mechanism may lead to Alzheimer's disease

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOne of the main proteins that contributes to Alzheimer's disease is called phospho-tau (p-tau). When p-tau gets too many phosphate groups att

Updated on: February 13,2026

How an antiviral defense mechanism may lead to Alzheimer's disease

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOne of the main proteins that contributes to Alzheimer's disease is called phospho-tau (p-tau). When p-tau gets too many phosphate groups att

Updated on:February 13,2026

What can babies teach us about brain development?

by Erin Kayata,Northeastern UniversityLaurel Gabard-Durnam’s latest research used EEG to better understand how babies’ brains develop. Credit: Alyssa Stone/Northeastern UniversityA lot of brain develo

Updated on: March 10,2026

What can babies teach us about brain development?

by Erin Kayata,Northeastern UniversityLaurel Gabard-Durnam’s latest research used EEG to better understand how babies’ brains develop. Credit: Alyssa Stone/Northeastern UniversityA lot of brain develo

Updated on:March 10,2026

Experimental microneedle painkiller patch for pigs shows proof of concept

by John Lovett,University of ArkansasJeremy Powell, veterinarian and professor of animal science, works with Robin Cheek, a Ph.D. student in the department of animal science, on applying an experiment

Updated on: February 07,2026

Experimental microneedle painkiller patch for pigs shows proof of concept

by John Lovett,University of ArkansasJeremy Powell, veterinarian and professor of animal science, works with Robin Cheek, a Ph.D. student in the department of animal science, on applying an experiment

Updated on:February 07,2026

Reducing social isolation protects the brain in later life, study shows

byUniversity of St AndrewsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of St Andrews has discovered a direct causal effect between social isolation and a faster decline in later-

Updated on: February 28,2026

Reducing social isolation protects the brain in later life, study shows

byUniversity of St AndrewsCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainNew research from the University of St Andrews has discovered a direct causal effect between social isolation and a faster decline in later-

Updated on:February 28,2026

Study links ADHD to a measurable brain activity pattern, with early signs it may be modifiable

byHebrew University of JerusalemStudy design. Credit:NeuroImage: Clinical(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2025.103923A new study suggests that children with ADHD may exhibit a distinctive, measurable patte

Updated on: March 07,2026

Study links ADHD to a measurable brain activity pattern, with early signs it may be modifiable

byHebrew University of JerusalemStudy design. Credit:NeuroImage: Clinical(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.nicl.2025.103923A new study suggests that children with ADHD may exhibit a distinctive, measurable patte

Updated on:March 07,2026

Zero-cost, AI-driven digital detection identifies Alzheimer's without additional clinician time

byRegenstrief InstituteCredit: cottonbro studio from PexelsFew primary care practices are designed for the timely detection of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The limited time that prim

Updated on: February 20,2026

Zero-cost, AI-driven digital detection identifies Alzheimer's without additional clinician time

byRegenstrief InstituteCredit: cottonbro studio from PexelsFew primary care practices are designed for the timely detection of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The limited time that prim

Updated on:February 20,2026

A built-in odometer: New study reveals how the brain measures distance

byMax Planck Florida Institute for NeuroscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhether you are heading to bed or seeking a midnight snack, you don't need to turn on the lights to know where you are as yo

Updated on: January 08,2026

A built-in odometer: New study reveals how the brain measures distance

byMax Planck Florida Institute for NeuroscienceCredit: CC0 Public DomainWhether you are heading to bed or seeking a midnight snack, you don't need to turn on the lights to know where you are as yo

Updated on:January 08,2026

NU-9 halts Alzheimer's disease in animal model before symptoms begin

byNorthwestern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/Pete Linforth.An experimental drug developed at Northwestern University has demonstrated further promise as an early intervention for Alzheimer's disease.I

Updated on: February 23,2026

NU-9 halts Alzheimer's disease in animal model before symptoms begin

byNorthwestern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/Pete Linforth.An experimental drug developed at Northwestern University has demonstrated further promise as an early intervention for Alzheimer's disease.I

Updated on:February 23,2026

Study examines oligodendrocyte dynamics throughout the progression of multiple sclerosis

byIngrid Fadelli, Medical XpressStormy weather: oligodendrocyte dynamics in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis. Castelo-Branco research group, Karolinska Institutet. Credit: Bastien Hervé and Lilian

Updated on: March 06,2026

Study examines oligodendrocyte dynamics throughout the progression of multiple sclerosis

byIngrid Fadelli, Medical XpressStormy weather: oligodendrocyte dynamics in a mouse model of multiple sclerosis. Castelo-Branco research group, Karolinska Institutet. Credit: Bastien Hervé and Lilian

Updated on:March 06,2026

Brain Care Score can predict risk of stroke across racial groups, study finds

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from Mass General Brigham found the Brain Care Score (BCS) is a strong predictor of stroke across different racial groups in the U.S.

Updated on: January 27,2026

Brain Care Score can predict risk of stroke across racial groups, study finds

byMass General BrighamCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new study from Mass General Brigham found the Brain Care Score (BCS) is a strong predictor of stroke across different racial groups in the U.S.

Updated on:January 27,2026

Deep-brain recording reveals how a crucial relay station shapes human visual signals

byNetherlands Institute for NeuroscienceTuning properties of LGN neurons in Patient #2. Credit:Nature Communications(2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-65383-xResearchers at the Netherlands Institute for

Updated on: February 02,2026

Deep-brain recording reveals how a crucial relay station shapes human visual signals

byNetherlands Institute for NeuroscienceTuning properties of LGN neurons in Patient #2. Credit:Nature Communications(2025). DOI: 10.1038/s41467-025-65383-xResearchers at the Netherlands Institute for

Updated on:February 02,2026

Alzheimer's can hijack communication between brain and fat tissue, potentially worsening metabolic health

byHouston MethodistProgressive disruption of neurovascular bundles in subcutaneous adipose tissue of 5XFAD mice. Credit:Journal of Lipid Research(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.jlr.2025.100886A study from Hous

Updated on: January 02,2026

Alzheimer's can hijack communication between brain and fat tissue, potentially worsening metabolic health

byHouston MethodistProgressive disruption of neurovascular bundles in subcutaneous adipose tissue of 5XFAD mice. Credit:Journal of Lipid Research(2025). DOI: 10.1016/j.jlr.2025.100886A study from Hous

Updated on:January 02,2026