The superior size and complexity of the human brain compared to other mammals may actually originate from fewer initial starting
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New approach for treating neuropathic pain
Neuropathic pain is the chronic, pathological pain that continues even when the cause of pain is removed. Causes include damage
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Decoding the brain’s learning machine
In studies with monkeys, Johns Hopkins researchers report that they have uncovered significant new details about how the cerebellum —
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Compound improves stroke outcome by reducing lingering inflammation: An experimental compound appears to improve stroke outcome by reducing the destructive inflammation that can continue months after a stroke, scientists report
An experimental compound appears to improve stroke outcome by reducing the destructive inflammation that can continue months after a stroke,
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Pathways to spatial recognition
When you are lost or disoriented, your brain uses cues from your surroundings — landmarks both near and far —
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Why traffic accidents with cyclists are becoming increasingly more common
The bicycle is a cheap and ecological way of transport, and it is also a healthy option. This is why
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Possible novel method for stopping untreatable pediatric brain cancers: Effective treatment options lacking for leading killer of kids with cancer
Researchers used an experimental molecular therapy in preclinical laboratory tests to effectively treat several types of deadly pediatric brain cancer
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Large aggregates of ALS-causing protein might actually help brain cells: UNC School of Medicine scientists add to evidence that small aggregates of SOD1 protein are the brain-cell killing culprits in ALS, but the formation of larger, more visible, and fibril-like aggregates of the same protein may protect brain cells
Scientists at the UNC School of Medicine have made a significant advance in the understanding of the complex and fatal
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Grafted brain organoids provide insight into neurological disorders
Many neurological disorders — Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia, autism, even depression — have lagged behind in new therapies. Because the brain is
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Is whole-brain radiation still best for brain metastases from small-cell lung cancer?
Lung cancer often metastasizes to the brain. Historically, brain metastases have been treated with whole-brain radiation therapy. However, whole-brain radiation
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