Despite what was previously thought, new research has shown that genetic changes alone cannot explain why and where tumors grow in those with genetic condition neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF-1). Understanding more about the factors involved could, in the future, facilitate early cancer detection in NF-1 patients and even point towards new treatments. Researchers from the … Read more
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Mounting evidence indicates that opioid-sparing anesthesia (OSA) decreases opioid-related adverse events. This article examines whether OSA might improve initial recovery after cardiac surgery. Data from patients who underwent elective heart surgery between July 2023 and July 2024 were analyzed. Eligible patients were divided into … Read more
Meeting the minimum requirement for vitamin B12, needed to make DNA, red blood cells and nerve tissue, may not actually be enough – particularly if you are older. It may even put you at risk for cognitive impairment. A new study, led by UC San Francisco researchers, found that older, healthy volunteers, with lower concentrations … Read more
Archyde The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health Table of Contents 1. The Profound Impact of Reproductive Hormones on Neurological Health 2. Complex Interactions: Hormonal Influence on the Nervous System 3. A Broad Scope of Neurological Conditions 4. Implications for Clinical Practice and Future Research 5. A Tribute to Dr. Seymour Reichlin 6. … Read more
A comprehensive review published today in Brain Medicine by leading neuroendocrinologist Professor Hyman M. Schipper from McGill University’s Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery maps out the extensive influence of reproductive hormones on neurological health and disease. This landmark review, appearing in a special Festschrift issue honoring Dr. Seymour Reichlin’s centennial, systematically examines how sex hormones … Read more
Pancreatic cancer is fueled by connections to the nervous system. This is reported by scientists from the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) and the Heidelberg Institute for Stem Cell Technology and Experimental Medicine (HI-STEM) in their current publication in Nature. The team discovered that the tumor specifically reprograms the neurons for its own benefit. In mice, … Read more
New research reveals how immune cells infiltrate the brain, influencing neurological diseases, mental health, and even behavior—reshaping our understanding of brain function and unlocking potential new therapies. Study: The neuroimmune connectome in health and disease. Image Credit: Corona Borealis Studio / Shutterstock Scientists are uncovering how the immune and nervous systems constantly “talk” to each other—sometimes with … Read more
What is tractography – and why is it important? The brain is a highly complex network of nerve cells interconnected by delicate pathways – known as nerve fibers or tracts. These connections are essential for movement, speech, thought, and many other functions. To visualize these structures, researchers use tractography, an imaging technique that calculates the … Read more
A small percentage of patients taking the extraordinarily popular GLP-1 medications have experienced vision problems, but a direct causal link with the drugs has not been established. That is the conclusion of a retrospective study published online on Jan. 30 in JAMA Ophthalmology. The study focused on nine patients who had experienced vision problems while … Read more
A small percentage of patients taking the extraordinarily popular GLP-1 medications have experienced vision problems, but a direct causal link with the drugs has not been established. That is the conclusion of a retrospective study published online on Jan. 30 in JAMA Ophthalmology. The study focused on nine patients who had experienced vision problems while … Read more