Researchers analyzed data from over 3,200 brain metastatic tumors and discovered that different types of cancer tend to spread to specific parts of the brain. The study's findings may help predict where a particular cancer will metastasize and inform treatment strategies.
SourceUniversity of Southern California - Health Sciences·JournalJournal of Neurosurgery·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateSep 23, 2021
A large study found that education and income have varying relationships with brain volume and cognitive scores across different populations. The associations were strongest in childhood development, suggesting socioeconomic status may not specifically protect the brain from aging effects.
SourceUniversity of Oslo, Department of Psychology, Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition·JournalCerebral Cortex·TypeObservational study·DateSep 10, 2021
Researchers developed a new AI algorithm called 'basis profile curve identification' to simplify comparisons between effects of electrical stimulation on the brain. The algorithm may help understand which brain regions interact with each other, guiding placement of electrodes for treating network brain diseases.
SourceMayo Clinic·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·DateSep 3, 2021
Researchers found that epilepsy surgery is associated with improved overall brain health, reducing brain-predicted age by at least seven years in patients with refractory temporal lobe epilepsy. The study used advanced MRI techniques to inform its findings and suggests earlier surgery may benefit these patients.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalNeurology·TypeImaging analysis·DateAug 10, 2021
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A new study demonstrates that artificial intelligence networks based on human brain connectivity can perform cognitive tasks efficiently. Researchers created a brain connectivity pattern and applied it to an artificial neural network, which performed cognitive memory tasks more flexibly and efficiently than other benchmark architectures.
SourceMcGill University·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateAug 9, 2021
Researchers used EEGs to measure brain activity while musicians listened to or imagined Bach piano melodies, finding consistent patterns of neural activity during silent intervals. The study suggests that the brain reacts to both notes and silences of music, engaging in a continuous attempt to predict upcoming musical events.
SourceTrinity College Dublin·JournalJNeurosci·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 3, 2021
Researchers used EEG to measure brain activity while musicians listened to or imagined Bach piano melodies. Brain activity during imagined music had the opposite polarity of actual listening, indicating prediction-driven responses. The study found that the brain continues to respond to music even when none is playing.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·DateAug 2, 2021
A study by University of Copenhagen researchers reveals that nanoparticles can target venules, not capillaries, to deliver drugs to the brain. The breakthrough allows for more efficient and safer therapeutic approaches to treat neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
SourceUniversity of Copenhagen - The Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 12, 2021
Researchers developed a new approach that integrates brain lesion datasets with data on deep brain stimulation and transcranial magnetic stimulation to identify promising therapeutic targets. This method may help clarify the cause of neuropsychiatric conditions and relieve symptoms.
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Researchers trained a blind individual to recognize objects using soundscapes, revealing novel topographic maps in the brain. This finding sheds light on the brain's ability for change and holds promise for helping people restore lost function after a stroke.
SourceThe interdisciplinary Center, Herzliya (IDC Herzliya)·JournalNeuroImage·DateJul 1, 2021
Researchers have developed a new, noninvasive brain stimulation technique using magnetoelectric nanoparticles to stimulate deep brain function. The method is more efficient than traditional methods without invasive procedures, showing promise for treating various neurological conditions.
SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·JournalNeurotherapeutics·DateJul 1, 2021
Researchers led by Katie Baldwin found that the loss of hepaCAM disrupts astrocyte territories and gap junction coupling, leading to impaired communication between brain cells. This study has implications for understanding MLC and other neurodegenerative disorders, and may lead to therapeutic breakthroughs.
SourceUniversity of North Carolina Health Care·JournalNeuron·DateJun 25, 2021
Researchers developed a trimodal approach combining functional MRI, electroencephalography, and EROS to capture timing and location of brain responses with higher precision. The method provides a clearer picture of how different parts of the brain activate and communicate when an individual is distracted or engaged in a cognitive task.
SourceUniversity of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, News Bureau·JournalHuman Brain Mapping·DateJun 23, 2021
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Researchers discovered a novel interaction between proteins hevin and calcyon, which promotes synaptic contacts and reorganization in the brain. This interaction helps to improve recovery from brain injury, particularly in adults, by reducing neuroinflammatory response-induced proteases and promoting early stages of recovery.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalCell Death and Differentiation·DateJun 19, 2021
Researchers at the University of Basel have discovered two new types of glial cells in the brain that may play a crucial role in brain plasticity and repair. These cells can potentially be used to treat neurodegenerative diseases such as multiple sclerosis.
A new study suggests that not having any math education after age 16 can disadvantage adolescents. Adolescents who stopped studying math showed reduced critical brain chemical, which predicted lower cognitive performance 19 months later.
SourceUniversity of Oxford·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJun 7, 2021
A new $2.3 million grant will support a five-year research project at UC Riverside, led by Viji Santhakumar, exploring the relationship between inflammation and abnormal neuron connections after brain injury. The study aims to identify potential early therapies to prevent epilepsy and memory issues following traumatic brain injury.
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Researchers have shown that microglia play a central role in maintaining normal brain function and can fail to do so, leading to serious brain disorders. This new understanding has the potential to develop better diagnostics and treatments for these diseases.
Researchers found that analyzing local networks within brain regions provides superior results to traditional fiber tract connectivity approaches for predicting disease progression and surgery outcomes in epilepsy patients.
SourceUniversity of Nottingham·JournalHuman Brain Mapping·DateMay 20, 2021
A new imaging technique, 3D amplified MRI (aMRI), visualizes the brain's movement in real-time and in stunning detail. This method holds diagnostic potential for detecting obstructive brain disorders and aneurysms, which could lead to better treatment strategies.
SourceStevens Institute of Technology·JournalBrain Multiphysics·DateMay 5, 2021
Researchers at McGill University developed a novel approach using silicone and sugar to create the softest brain implant yet. The new implants have shown reduced inflammation and higher neuronal density compared to traditional hard implants.
SourceMcGill University·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·DateMay 4, 2021
A new study wirelessly records human brain activity during daily activities, allowing for adaptive deep brain stimulation and personalized treatment plans. This technology has significant implications for disease management and patient care.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMay 3, 2021
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Researchers at UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences developed novel neurostimulation devices that monitor brain activity for months, pairing brain recordings with wearable monitors of movement. They identified patterns of brain activity corresponding to specific movement abnormalities associated with Parkinson's disease and demonstra...
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalNature Biotechnology·DateMay 3, 2021
The study reveals complex patterns in brain-body scaling, with many large-brained species having low relative brain sizes due to selective pressures. The authors conclude that the evolution of intelligence cannot be solely measured by brain size.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 29, 2021
Researchers have discovered significant subconcussive changes in cognitive brain function in male youth ice-hockey players following repetitive head impacts. The study, which monitored brain vital signs during pre- and post-season play, found more pronounced changes in Junior A players compared to Bantam age group members.
SourceChiang Public Relations·JournalBrain Communications·DateApr 22, 2021
Researchers at Linköping University and Medical University of Graz developed an ion pump that can deliver chemotherapy agents like gemcitabine directly into the brain with high precision. This method may provide a more effective treatment for glioblastoma, a type of brain tumor.
SourceLinköping University·JournalAdvanced Materials Technologies·DateApr 15, 2021
Researchers have found that treatments to reduce levels of hydrogen sulfide in the brain may help ward off damage caused by the gas, which is involved in blocking key brain cell gateways. The study shows that H2S disrupts normal brain functioning and can lead to nerve cell death.
SourceUniversity of Reading·JournalScientific Reports·DateApr 14, 2021
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Researchers at the University of Arizona have developed a new technique to approximate neuron counts in individual animal brains, providing a more meaningful metric than traditional studies measuring brain size or weight. The study reveals that certain species of bees have a higher density of brain cells than even some species of birds.
Researchers at the University of Georgia have developed a hydrogel, known as 'brain glue,' that mimics the composition and mechanics of the brain. The gel has been shown to protect against loss of brain tissue after severe TBI and may aid in functional neural repair.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalScience Advances·DateApr 6, 2021
A new study has found that people with cerebral small vessel disease who have blood-brain barrier leakage have more brain tissue damage over two years than those with less leakage. The study also found a higher leakage rate at the start of the study resulted in more loss of tissue microstructure around brain lesions.
SourceAmerican Academy of Neurology·JournalNeurology·DateMar 24, 2021
Researchers developed a new type of minimally invasive BMI using functional ultrasound technology, which can accurately map brain activity from precise regions deep within the brain. This breakthrough allows for high-performance, less-invasive brain-machine interfaces that could benefit people with paralysis or neurological injuries.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalNeuron·DateMar 22, 2021
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A recent review of 150 articles suggests that a small leak in the blood-brain barrier is associated with benign forgetfulness of aging, which could be an early stage of Alzheimer's disease. Researchers also found that preserving pericyte function may lead to a healthier blood-brain barrier and potentially treat Alzheimer's.
SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNature Aging·DateMar 18, 2021
Researchers developed a new analysis system to study brain function and diseases using 3D artificial brain models. The system allows for precise non-destructive stimuli and real-time measurement of neural signals, providing insights into functional connections between brain cells.
SourceNational Research Council of Science & Technology·JournalNature Communications·DateMar 10, 2021
A new research project, funded by £1 million from the Medical Research Council, is investigating whether selective P2X7 receptor blocker drugs can treat patients with secondary brain damage. The study's goal is to reduce the impact of traumatic brain injury on patients and improve their clinical outcomes.
A new MIT study found that the brain rapidly transfers a memory of an object from one hemisphere to the other when it shifts across our field of view. This process allows us to maintain control over our environment and react to changing situations with volitional control.
SourcePicower Institute at MIT·JournalNeuron·DateFeb 8, 2021
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The immune system surveils the brain from a distance and only enters when it finds a problem. This finding explains why the brain was thought to be immunoprivileged. Targeting immune cells at surveillance sites may lead to new treatments for conditions driven by brain inflammation, such as multiple sclerosis.
Researchers discovered myelomonocytic cells that enter the brain too quickly and cause devastating damage, while a slower subset helps repair damaged vessels. Administering treatment within six hours of injury can reduce swelling and improve outcomes.
SourceNIH/National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateJan 18, 2021
Researchers found that cancer cells promote blood clot formation to enter the brain tissue. Inhibiting clotting factors thrombin and von Willebrand factor reduced brain metastases in mice. The study suggests targeting this process with drugs for preventing brain metastases in high-risk patients.
SourceGerman Cancer Research Center (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, DKFZ)·JournalBlood·DateJan 5, 2021
Researchers used machine learning to analyze brain network data from people with major depressive disorder, identifying distinct patterns of coordinated brain activity. The new brain network signature achieved 70% accuracy in detecting major depression across different imaging protocols.
Researchers at King's College London have discovered a way to change baby brain activity through associative learning, which could lead to innovative rehabilitation methods for infants with brain injuries. The study involved 24 infants who learned an association between sound and movement, resulting in altered brain activity.
SourceKing's College London·JournalCerebral Cortex·DateNov 23, 2020
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Researchers at the National Eye Institute have decoded brain maps of human color perception, finding unique patterns of brain activity for each color. The study may have implications for the development of machine-brain interfaces for visual prosthetics.
SourceNIH/National Eye Institute·JournalCurrent Biology·DateNov 16, 2020
A UVA-led study found significant brain changes in military and law enforcement personnel exposed to low-level blasts, including increased brain injury and inflammation. The study also found differences in blood flow, brain structure, and brain activity.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalJournal of Neurotrauma·DateNov 12, 2020
Researchers observed that brain ventricles expanded in MS patients during inflammation, but then shrunk back to normal size after symptoms subsided. This finding suggests that ventricle volume fluctuations may be reversible and have clinical relevance for monitoring disease progression.
SourceMax Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association·JournalJCI Insight·DateNov 5, 2020
A randomized phase III trial found that stereotactic radiosurgery reduces cognitive decline without compromising survival for patients with four or more brain metastases. Patients who received SRS had better preserved cognitive function compared to those who received whole-brain radiation therapy.
SourceAmerican Society for Radiation Oncology·DateOct 26, 2020
A new model of human brain networks offers a new tool for exploring individual differences in brain networks, critical for classifications of brain disorders and disease. The model highlights ongoing conversations between brain structures, providing new insights into human behavior and cognition.
SourceIndiana University·JournalNature Neuroscience·DateOct 19, 2020
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A Penn State College of Medicine researcher is leading a three-year project to create an atlas of developing mice brains using computational tools and high-resolution imaging. The goal is to better understand brain development and identify key cells that may contribute to disorders like autism and schizophrenia.
A new computer modelling study suggests that simple interactions between nerve cells contribute to the development of complex brain circuits, making a precise genetic blueprint unnecessary. The findings help answer how the brain wires itself during development and may inform new ways to treat conditions that disrupt brain circuits.
A study by Virginia Tech researchers reveals that astrocytes are crucial for maintaining the blood-brain barrier's health. The finding has significant implications for understanding and treating neurological diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and traumatic brain injury.
Researchers found that asymptomatic breast cancer patients with brain metastases had fewer and smaller tumors, received less aggressive treatment, and lived longer than those who developed symptoms. The study suggests that early detection of brain metastases could improve survival rates for these patients.
SourceEuropean Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer·DateSep 17, 2020
A new study details the damaging role of the immune system in a severe brain condition caused by herpes simplex virus. Researchers have identified specific immune cells and a signalling protein that induce brain inflammation, paving the way for targeted treatments.
SourceUniversity of Liverpool·JournalCell Reports·DateSep 15, 2020
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Even mild concussions can lead to severe and long-lasting impairments in the brain's ability to clean itself of toxins, potentially seeding Alzheimer's disease and dementia. The discovery sheds light on why repeated brain injuries are so harmful and suggests a reason for varying effects among individuals.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalNature Communications·DateSep 10, 2020
Researchers found abnormalities in brain function related to symptom severity in both disorders, with more severe symptoms linked to distinct patterns of activity and connectivity. The study suggests that addressing these brain abnormalities through psychotherapy or psychiatric medications could be key to treating these conditions.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·JournalBrain Imaging and Behavior·DateSep 8, 2020
Researchers at UVA Health System discovered that many microglial cells originate from blood monocytes, which transform into troops to defend the brain after infant strokes. This finding sheds light on the development of brain's immune defenses and has implications for understanding newborn brain injury.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalScience Advances·DateAug 31, 2020
Researchers are combining different types of brain imaging data to capture patterns indicative of brain disorders. The goal is to develop a compact framework to map brain disorders, providing a signature that tells us how mental illnesses impact the brain.
A new combination therapy targeting breast cancer tumors in the brain has been shown to reduce tumor size and increase survival in a study with mice. The treatment, which combines vinorelbine and I-BET-762, was found to be effective in curing up to 75% of mice with brain metastases.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalScience Translational Medicine·DateAug 26, 2020
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In adult fruit flies, accumulating extra genome copies in brain cells may help prevent cell death caused by DNA damage. This novel anti-aging defence could also shed light on human age-related brain diseases.
Researchers at Max Planck Institute successfully precisely influenced a single area of the brain by inhibiting its rhythm, decreasing functional connectivity and information exchange with other networks. This precise control enables potential therapeutic applications for diseases caused by disturbed brain functions.
SourceMax Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences·JournalNeuroImage·DateAug 17, 2020
Researchers at UVA School of Medicine discovered that brain defenders called microglia release a unique immune molecule to control the parasite in the brain, preventing symptomatic toxoplasmosis. This finding has implications for brain infections, neurodegenerative diseases and autoimmune disorders.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalNature Communications·DateJul 30, 2020
Researchers used 3D brain organoids to model inflammation's effect on the blood-brain barrier, finding significant changes that contribute to its dysfunction. The study suggests these organoids can help understand disease mechanisms and optimize treatment strategies.
SourceAtrium Health Wake Forest Baptist·JournalScientific Reports·DateJul 30, 2020
The EBRAINS human brain atlas is a comprehensive digital map of the cellular architecture, showcasing 250 structurally distinct areas based on analysis of 10 brains. This atlas enables researchers to better understand brain functions and mechanisms of diseases.
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