Scientists identify neurons that control hibernation-like behaviour
The dream of suspended animation has long captivated the human imagination, reflected in countless works of mythology and fiction, from King Arthur and Sleeping Beauty to Han Solo.
Category: Research
An update on Parkinson’s research
Despite the impact of COVID-19 across many sectors, Parkinson’s research continues at pace with studies across the world shining new light onto the disease, as NR Times reports.
Newly approved Parkinson’s drug delayed by virus
Sarah Elsayed, pharma analyst at GlobalData, says: “While GlobalData expects that the market for...
Apathy – to treat or not to treat
Dr Tim Howard, consultant neuropsychiatrist at Elysium Neurological, updates on the treatment of cognitive problems with cognitive-enhancing drugs.
COVID-19: Life in the fast lane
A few months ago, my brother excitedly told us he was planning a trip to Holland with his friends...
Mental health and spinal injury break-through
They believe the digestive tract could help explain the link between spinal injuries and changes...
Mysteries of the deep
Sara Din explores REM sleep behaviour disorder and its increasingly-evidenced links to neurological conditions.
Injection boosts spinal cord injury repair
Scientists have discovered a new method for delivering neural precursor cells (NSCs) to spinal cord injuries in rats, reducing the risk of further spinal cord trauma while delivering large doses of potentially reparative stem cells.
Emerging Parkinson’s treatment “safe and effective”
Applying pulses of focused ultrasound to the brain is safe and effective for reducing tremors and improving quality of life in people with essential tremor (ET) or Parkinson’s disease (PD) tremor, a study shows.
Spinal injury sitting issues tackled with tech
US engineers have invented a robotic device which could be a game-changer in helping people with spinal cord injuries (SCIs) to sit comfortably.
New treatment hope for baby injury cases
An estimated three out of every 1,000 newborns will suffer a brachial plexus injury during birth, damaging the bundle of nerves that connect the brain and spinal cord to the shoulders, arms and hands.
Are you playing your part in the pursuit of vital research?
Experienced brain injury case manager Philippa Feltham- White shares her experience and thoughts on the importance of engaging in research.
