Brain shunt surgery improves walking and quality of life in older adults with hydrocephalus
Implanting a brain shunt in older people diagnosed with idiopathic normal pressure hydrocephalus (iNPH) is effective in improving…
Age influences amyloid positivity in Parkinson’s disease without dementia
A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 8 of Aging-US on August 6, 2025, titled “Age-related trends in…
Lifestyle changes show promise in preventing cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over age 65 currently live with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). That number is expected…
Stem cell therapy shows promise for repairing brain damage after stroke
When someone has a stroke – a leading worldwide cause of death and disability – time is of…
Boosting PI31 to restore synaptic function and prevent neurodegeneration
One fundamental feature of neurodegenerative diseases is a breakdown in communication. Even before brain cells die, the delicate…
Lost Sleep May Leave Dangerous Toxins Lurking in the Brain
Scientists have discovered the brain’s own waste-clearing network, known as the glymphatic system, which seems most active while…
Scientists discover IC–encoder neurons that shape visual perception
An illusion is when we see and perceive an object that doesn’t match the sensory input that reaches…
Study Shows A Fiber Supplement Can Help Strengthen Your Memory*
At mindbodygreen, we often cover the best ways to protect your brain as you age—so you can preserve your…
Ketogenic diets may lower migraine frequency and medication use
By reframing migraine as an energy deficit disorder, this review spotlights ketogenic therapy as a targeted metabolic intervention…
Novel vitamin K analogs show promise for reversing neurodegenerative diseases
Neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s disease are characterized by the progressive loss of neurons. The resulting…
Study reveals how the brain interprets certain aromas as taste
Flavored drinks without sugar can be perceived as sweet – and now researchers know why. A new study…
AI tool SeeMe detects hidden signs of consciousness in brain injury patients
A new study published in Nature Communications Medicine led by neurosurgery researchers Sima Mofakham, PhD, and Chuck Mikell,…