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Is the gut microbiome a potential cause and therapeutic target for autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis?

Researchers explore the link between gut microbiome and autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis, highlighting potential therapeutic targets. The study suggests that the gut microbiome plays a crucial role in immune cell activity and cytokine production, which may impact susceptibility to and treatment of autoimmune diseases.

SourceMary Ann Liebert, Inc./Genetic Engineering News·JournalJournal of Interferon & Cytokine Research·DateAug 7, 2014
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Gene therapy and the regeneration of retinal ganglion cell axons

Researchers investigate gene therapy as a potential treatment to improve viability and regenerative capacity of injured adult retinal ganglion cells. Studies using modified viral vectors introduce genes into injured visual pathway cells, aiming to promote long-distance axon regeneration.

SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateJul 7, 2014

The Olig family affects central nervous system development and disease

The Olig family is crucial for controlling differentiation and maturation of oligodendrocytes, motor neurons, and astrocytes in the central nervous system. Accumulating evidence suggests its involvement in various CNS diseases, including brain injury, multiple sclerosis, and gliomas.

SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateApr 30, 2014

Subdiaphragmatic vagotomy reduces intake of sweet-tasting solutions in rats

A new study published in Neural Regeneration Research found that subdiaphragmatic vagotomy reduces the intake of sweet-tasting solutions in rats. The research indicates that this procedure eliminates the difference in hedonic perception induced by sweet-tasting solutions compared to distilled water.

SourceNeural Regeneration Research·JournalNeural Regeneration Research·DateJul 18, 2013
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Vaginal delivery is the safest option for women with pelvic girdle pain

Women with severe pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy should opt for vaginal delivery over caesarean section to avoid increased risk of persistent pain. The study found a significant association between planned or emergency caesarean sections and severe pelvic girdle syndrome six months after delivery.

SourceNorwegian Institute of Public Health·JournalAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology·DateJan 17, 2013

Functional neurologic abnormalities due to prenatal alcohol exposure are common

A study of over 9,600 children in Chile found that 80% had one or more abnormalities associated with prenatal alcohol exposure, with functional neurologic impairment being the most frequent. This highlights the importance of considering prenatal alcohol exposure as a potential risk factor for functional deficits in offspring.

SourceAlcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research·DateJul 23, 2012
Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

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Gene therapy treatment extends lives of mice with fatal disease, MU study finds

Researchers at the University of Missouri have developed a gene therapy treatment that extends the lives of mice with spinal muscular atrophy by introducing a missing gene into their central nervous systems. This breakthrough offers new hope for treating humans with SMA, potentially providing a cure within 12-18 months.

SourceUniversity of Missouri-Columbia·JournalBiochemical and Biophysical Research Communications·DateJul 16, 2012

Web weaving skills provide clues to aging

Young house spiders exhibit perfect angles and regular patterns in their webs, but as they age, their webs deteriorate. The research suggests that degeneration of the central nervous system may be behind this decline, providing a model for understanding aging mechanisms in humans.

SourceSociety for Experimental Biology·DateJul 1, 2011
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A virus similar to herpes could be a risk factor for multiple sclerosis

Researchers at University of Granada analyzed antibody levels in patients with multiple sclerosis and found a statistically significant association between viral infection markers and the condition. Further research is needed to confirm the link.

SourceUniversity of Granada·JournalEuropean Journal of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases·DateMay 17, 2011

Johns Hopkins scientists reveal nerve cells' navigation system

Researchers discovered how semaphorin proteins guide nerve cell projections with precision, enabling intricate connections in the nervous system. This finding has implications for developing treatment strategies for repairing and regenerating damaged or diseased nerve cells.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalNeuron·DateMay 9, 2011

Neuronal survival and axonal regrowth obtained in vitro

French researchers have developed a strategy to promote neuronal regeneration after injury using gene therapy. By blocking the formation of cicatricial tissue, astrocytes can be controlled to promote neuronal survival and trigger axonal growth.

SourceINSERM (Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale)·JournalPLOS ONE·DateJul 24, 2009
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Fetal short-term memory found in 30-week-old fetuses

Researchers found fetal short-term memory at 30 weeks through habituation tests, where fetuses adapt to stimuli. The study also showed that 34- and 36-week-old fetuses can store information and retrieve it weeks later, providing insights into normal fetal development.

SourceSociety for Research in Child Development·JournalChild Development·DateJul 15, 2009

Study of cat diet leads to key nervous system repair discovery

Scientists studying a mysterious neurological affliction in cats discovered a key ability of the central nervous system to repair itself. Recovery was achieved through remyelination, where previously demyelinated axons became restored with thin but functional myelin sheaths.

SourceUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMar 30, 2009

Researchers advance knowledge of little 'nano-machines' in our body

Canada-U.S. biophysicists develop a novel method to detect movement of single proteins controlling ion exchange between cells and environment. The new technique allows scientists to measure one single ion channel at a time and investigate how different parts inside the ion channels communicate.

SourceUniversity of Montreal·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 18, 2008

Environmental toxicants like lead, mercury target stem cells

A study published in PLoS Biology finds that low levels of toxic substances cause critical stem cells to prematurely shut down. The research identifies a common molecular trigger for the effects of toxicant exposure, offering new insights into damage caused by toxicant exposure and potential methods to evaluate chemical safety.

SourceUniversity of Rochester Medical Center·JournalPLOS Biology·DateFeb 5, 2007
SAMSUNG T9 Portable SSD 2TB

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Arthritis drug helps debilitating inflammatory disease

A new study shows that anakinra, a rare arthritis drug, brings marked improvement to children and young adults with the devastating inflammatory disease NOMID. The treatment reduces inflammation, improves symptoms, and has a significant impact on the central nervous system.

SourceNIH/National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateAug 10, 2006

Can exercise before diving prevent decompression sickness?

Researchers found that a single bout of strenuous exercise 24 hours before a simulated dive significantly reduced bubble formation. This non-pharmacological procedure may form the basis for preventing serious decompression sickness.

SourceBlackwell Publishing Ltd.·JournalThe Journal of Physiology·DateMar 10, 2004
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

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Leading Minds of tomorrow, rewarded today

Three exceptional researchers have been awarded the Young Minds in CNS Award for their innovative work on residual symptoms in bipolar disorder, serotonin receptors in anxiety disorders, and thalamic neurochemistry in schizophrenia. The $20,000 award will support career development and attendance at international congresses.

SourceShire Health International·DateMay 20, 2002

Calling all young minds… 2002 AstraZeneca CNS awards program launched

The AstraZeneca CNS Awards Program was launched in 2002 to support the career advancement of young physicians in central nervous system (CNS) fields. The program recognizes excellence in innovative research, educational efforts, travel, and materials, and offers a platform for award winners to reach their full potential.

SourceShire Health International·DateFeb 26, 2002
CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

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