Could this newly discovered protein help treat Parkinson's?

Could this newly discovered protein help treat Parkinson's?

Neurology / Neuroscience

Could this newly discovered protein help treat Parkinson's? Researchers have identified a protein that could reduce toxic aggregations in the brain. Their finding could lead to new therapies for Parkinson's disease.

Exploring how pollution might impact the brain A recent study in mice searches for links between the sense of smell, airborne pollution, and neurological conditions, such as Alzheimer's.

Coexisting conditions: New test predicts suicide, cognitive risk A newly devised test shows that people with multiple coexisting conditions have a higher risk of fast cognitive decline and dying by suicide.

Alzheimer's blood test almost 'usable in routine clinical care' A new blood test for detecting Alzheimer's disease approaches 'a level of accuracy that is usable in routine clinical care around the world.'

What are the best exercises for MS? Exercise can help improve physical and mental well-being for people with multiple sclerosis (MS). In this article, we look at the best types of exercise for people with MS and give tips for staying safe.

Cognitive decline: A personalized approach could be key A new study paper focuses on developing a clearer picture of how and why cognitive decline occurs, and how doctors could treat it in a personalized way.

Letter from the Editor: It's good to laugh In this month's letter, Managing Editor Honor reveals what the MNT editorial team got up to for their annual summer event, and it might just make you chuckle.

How childhood viral infections may later drive multiple sclerosis Based on a study in mice, researchers now suggest that transient viral infections in childhood may facilitate multiple sclerosis development later in life.

Obesity: How diet changes the brain and promotes overeating In a study in mice, researchers found that neurons that normally signal to the brain to stop eating are less active in obese animals.

Are our brains addicted to information? New research suggests that our brains may be addicted to information via a mechanism similar to the one involved in compulsive snacking.

Serotonin deficiency could explain 'imaginary' somatic condition New research suggests that a genetic mutation affecting serotonin levels could be the cause of otherwise medically unexplained pain symptoms.