World’s First High-Resolution 3D-Printed Brain Developed as Model for Investigating Neurodegenerative Diseases

Medicine & Technology Mar 25, 2024

A team of experts developed the world’s first 3D-printed brian phantom modeled on the structure of brain fibers. Check this article to find out more.

Intermittent Fasting Offers Protection From Neurodegenerative Diseases Like Alzheimer’s Disease

Mar 15, 2024

Intermittent fasting offers a defense against neurodegenerative diseases. Continue reading to learn more.

First-Ever Mature Lab-Grown Neurons From Stem Cells Exceed Previous Possibilities

Jan 13, 2023

The first fully matured lab-grown neurons are said to open opportunities for medical research and possible transplantation to cure neurodegenerative diseases and injuries. Tap the article to learn more details.

15-Minute Walk, Taking the Stairs Instead of Elevator Daily Helps Delay Aging

Aug 07, 2022

Taking the stairs instead of the elevator is found to be an anti-aging strategy. How is this technique linked to specific diseases? Read to find out.

COVID-19 Predisposes People to Irreversible Neurodegenerative Disease and Accelerate Brain Ageing [Study]

Aug 02, 2022

A new study reveals that COVID-19 could also lead to neurodegenerative disease and accelerate brain ageing. Read more to know the details.

Cranberry for Dementia: Eating 100 Grams of Cranberries a Day Improves Cognitive Function, Study Reveals

May 19, 2022

Researchers found that cranberry has antioxidant properties to ward off dementia. Read on to learn why you should start eating cranberries to improve your memory and cognitive function.

Cerebrospinal Fluid Reverses Age-Related Memory Loss in Mice; A Potential Treatment for Neurodegenerative Diseases Like Dementia

May 12, 2022

Scientists successfully reversed age-related memory loss in mice using cerebrospinal fluid. Read how this can help neurodegenerative diseases like dementia.

Primary Progressive Aphasia in Brain's Language Functions Found Cause of Five Diseases

Apr 20, 2022

Northwestern Medicine carried out an investigation over neurological diseases that target the brain's language functions. Read on to know what the experts found about between the language-related impairment and the brain diseases that initiate it.

Neurodegenerative Patient Stands and Walks After Being Bedridden 18 Months with Spinal Cord Implant

Apr 08, 2022

A new study develops a neurotech that allowed a multiple system atrophy-parkinsonian type patient stand up for the first time after more than a year. Read more about the spinal cord implant system here.

Two Suspected Cases of Mad Cow Disease Reported in Brazil, But Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Not Linked to Beef Consumption

Nov 13, 2021

Two suspected cases of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy also known as "cow disease" have recently been reported in Brazil.

Solving the Prions' Puzzle: Medical Imaging Breakthrough Completes 30-Year-Old Project

Aug 25, 2021

A team of scientists has generated high-resolution 3D images of dangerous prions, building on a 30-year-old project, and is expected to offer insights into how prions assemble and behave.

Study Shows a Link Between Human Gut Bacteria and Neurodegenerative Diseases

May 11, 2021

A study published shows that there is a clear link between a specific bacteria in the human gut microbiome, antibiotic resistance, and neurodegenerative diseases that affect millions of people around the globe.

Scientists Report That There Are Four Types of Alzheimer's, What Are They?

May 03, 2021

A new study reports that there's not only one, but four different types of the progressive brain disorder.

Scientists Find Biomarker of Degenerative Diseases in the Eye

Sep 22, 2020

A new study reports finding a well-known biomarker - associated with early diagnosis of a range of degenerative diseases - in the human eye.

Salmonella and Parkinson’s Share a Common Harmful Protein

Jul 10, 2020

Salmonella is found to infect the gut with the same protein that causes neurological disorders like Parkinson's as well as harmful autoimmunity.