Scientists discover a new molecular pathway shared by two neurodegenerative disorders
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2y ago
Researchers from two independent research teams have discovered how the mislocalization of a protein, known as TDP-43, alters the genetic instructions for UNC13A, providing a possible therapeutic target that could also have implications in treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS ..read more
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Silencing a faulty gene may uncover clues to rare forms of ALS
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2y ago
NIH-funded preclinical study identifies potential therapeutic approach to treat ALS ..read more
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NIH-funded study could help improve deep brain stimulation therapy for OCD
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2y ago
Study sheds light on potential for long-term, at-home use of deep brain stimulation as a treatment for neuropsychiatric disorders ..read more
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NINDS statement on the passing of Dr. Ann-Marie Broome
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2y ago
NINDS is mourning the loss of Dr. Ann-Marie Broome, a program director in the Division of Translational Research. During her time at NINDS, Ann-Marie played a key role in creating two large and innovative initiatives: the Blueprint Biologics Program and the URGenT Network ..read more
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NIH BRAIN Initiative Unveils Detailed Atlas of the Mammalian Primary Motor Cortex
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2y ago
The NIH Brain Research Through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies® (BRAIN​) Initiative Cell Census Network (BICCN) has unveiled an atlas of cell types and an anatomical neuronal wiring diagram for the mammalian primary motor cortex, derived from detailed studies of mice, monkeys, and humans ..read more
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Signaling from neighboring cells provides power boost within axons
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2y ago
NIH study identifies possible target for certain neurodegenerative disorders ..read more
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Infection hinders blood vessel repair following traumatic brain or cerebrovascular injuries
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2y ago
NIH study in mice demonstrates the importance of quickly addressing infection ..read more
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NIH builds large nationwide study population of tens of thousands to support research on long-term effects of COVID-19
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by NINDS
2y ago
The National Institutes of Health awarded nearly $470 million to build a national study population of diverse research volunteers and support large-scale studies on the long-term effects of COVID-19 ..read more
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NIH scientists build a cellular blueprint of multiple sclerosis lesions
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2y ago
Study lays the groundwork for potential new therapies for progressive multiple sclerosis ..read more
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NIH-funded mouse study shows blocking stress response could slow axonal peripheral neuropathies disease progression
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2y ago
Researchers have identified a pathway common to several types of axonal peripheral neuropathies (APNs), including multiple forms of Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) disease, and have identified a possible drug target that could help treat the disorder.  ..read more
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