Some of the T cell epitopes targeting myelin in monkeys were the same as those found in humans. Researchers say linking these specific cells opens the doors to developing antiviral therapies that could be useful to treat newly diagnosed cases of MS in …
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Designer Cytokine Makes Paralyzed Mice Walk Again
Protein hyper-interleukin-6, a “designer protein” that has to be produced via genetic engineering, enabled a paralyzed mouse to walk again.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: How the Brain Paralyzes You While You Sleep
Neurons in the brainstem suppress unwanted movements during REM sleep in mice, a new study reports.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Getting Romantic at Home Wearing an EEG Cap
An EEG study of couples embarking on romantic gestures, such as hugging and kissing, reveal positive emotions are mainly processed in the left hemisphere of the brain.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Compound Protects Myelin and Nerve Fibers
A newly engineered compound prevents damage to myelin and nerve fibers by stimulating a protective response in cells that produce and maintain myelin. The compound has positive implications for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Disagreeing Takes up a Lot of Brain Real Estate
When people agree, their brains display a synchrony of activity in sensory areas. When they disagree, may other brain regions associated with cognitive function become active.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: High Insulin Levels During Childhood a Risk for Mental Health Problems in Adulthood
High levels of insulin during mid-childhood was linked to an increased risk of developing psychosis during early adulthood. Additionally, an increase in BMI during the onset of puberty, specifically in girls, was linked to an increased risk of depression.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Memory May Be Preserved in Condition With Brain Changes Similar to Alzheimer’s Disease
While 40% of people with primary progressive aphasia have underlying Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests they may not develop the memory problems associated with Alzheimer’s.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: MIND and Mediterranean Diets Associated With Later Onset of Parkinson’s Disease
Close adherence to the MIND and Mediterranean diets delayed the onset of Parkinson’s disease by up to 17.4 years in women, and 8.4 years in men.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Scientific Meeting » NIMH Livestream Event: Managing Stress and Anxiety
NIMH is hosting a livestream event on managing stress and anxiety during the pandemic with NIMH expert Dr. Krystal Lewis on Thursday, January 14, 2021.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Video » NIMH Expert Dr. Krystal Lewis Discusses Managing Stress & Anxiety
On January 14, 2021, NIMH conducted a livestream event on managing stress and anxiety with NIMH expert Krystal Lewis, Ph.D. Dr. Lewis discussed coping techniques on how to maintain your mental health during the pandemic and when to get professional help.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: A third of Americans don't see systemic racism as a barrier to good health
Survey shows that there is not a consensus view on the effects of systemic racism.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: What brain imaging tells us about decluttering our minds
Research team studies what happens when we try to stop thinking about something.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: BRAIN INITIATIVE TOOLMAKERS NEWSLETTER
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Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: As the brain plans movements, the middle frontal gyrus is listening
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Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Rotten Egg Gas Could Guard Against Alzheimer’s Disease
Hydrogen sulfide, a gas that smells like rotten eggs, appears to help protect brain cells against Alzheimer’s disease in mouse models.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Mothers, but Not Fathers, With Multiple Children Report More Fragmented Sleep
Mothers with more than more child reported more sleep disruptions that mothers with just one child. The number of children did not impact the quality, or quantity, of sleep for fathers.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Gut Microbes May Antagonize or Assist in Anorexia
Promoting and maintaining a better gut microbial balance may help to protect against symptoms of anorexia in those with the eating disorder.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: SARS_CoV_2 Can Infect Neurons and Damage Brain Tissue
SARS_CoV_2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, can directly enter the nervous system. The virus can infect the brain, causing alterations in blood vessels and directly disrupt oxygen supply to the organ.
Article Correctness Is Author's Responsibility: Cats May Help Increase Empathy and Decrease Anxiety for Kids With Autism
Cats may help increase empathy while reducing symptoms of separation anxiety in children with autism, a new study reports.
