NeuropsychologySep 12, 2024
Dyslexia: German researchers find cause in the brain
Einstein had dyslexia. Hemmingway had it, too. It can affect people their whole lives. New findings may lead to a fresh approach ...
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NeuropsychologySep 4, 2024
Epigenetic changes reprogram astrocytes into brain stem cells
Resting brain stem cells hardly differ from normal astrocytes, which support the nerve cells in the brain. How can almost identical cells perform such different functions? The key lies in the methylation of their genetic…
NeuropsychologyAug 26, 2024
Knowing you have a brain aneurysm may raise anxiety risk, other mental health conditions
Even if the risk is small, the potential of a debilitating brain vessel rupture may be a psychological burden, finds new study.
NeuropsychologyAug 20, 2024
Blood platelet score detects previously unmeasured risk of heart attack and stroke
A new study created a score to identify patients with platelet hyperreactivity and risk of related, future cardiovascular disease.
NeuropsychologyAug 15, 2024
Genetic link between Alzheimer's and heart disease confirmed
Researchers have uncovered a significant genetic connection between Alzheimer's disease (AD) and several coronary artery disease (CAD) related disorders and lipid classes, offering opportunities to improve health…
NeuropsychologyAug 14, 2024
Scientists discover breakthrough method to activate dormant stem cells in the brain
Scientists have discovered a novel pathway to wake up dormant neural stem cells, offering potential new therapies for neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism, learning disabilities, and cerebral palsy.
NeuropsychologyJul 30, 2024
New high-resolution 3D maps show how the brain's blood vessels changes with age
Researchers have identified mouse brain regions vulnerable to blood vessel degeneration, offering clues to the connection between vasculature and neurodegenerative disease.
NeuropsychologyJul 29, 2024
Researchers use non-invasive technique to record involuntary nervous system
A research team has shown that a wearable, non-invasive device can measure activity in human cervical nerves in clinical settings. The results could help medical professionals tailor treatments for inflammatory…
NeuropsychologyJul 17, 2024
Cognitive Testing: The Facts, Myths, and Value
Neuropsychological assessment, or cognitive testing, is the gold standard tool for measuring cognitive functions (or the ...
NeuropsychologyJul 10, 2024
Molecular atlas of blood vessel pathways in the human brain, across early brain development, adulthood and disease
Researchers have built the first-ever molecular atlas of the human brain vasculature at single-cell resolution, spanning from early development to adulthood and through disease stages such as brain tumors and brain…
NeuropsychologyJul 9, 2024
Study points at novel approach to treat Group 3 medulloblastoma
A team of researchers has identified and located a population of stem-like cells that initiates and maintains Group 3 medulloblastoma (Gr3-MB) in the developing brain. Gr3-MB is one of the most aggressive forms of brain…
NeuropsychologyJun 26, 2024
Light-weight microscope captures large-scale brain activity of mice on the move
With a new microscope that's as light as a penny, researchers can now observe broad swaths of the brain in action as mice move about and interact with their environments.
NeuropsychologyJun 5, 2024
Could taking certain drugs reduce risk of ruptured brain aneurysm?
A new study suggests that people who take a few common drugs may have a decreased risk of having a bleeding stroke due to a ruptured brain aneurysm. The results do not prove that these drugs reduce the risk of this type…
NeuropsychologyJun 5, 2024
Higher blood pressure is associated with poorer cognition in adolescence
Adolescents with elevated blood pressure and arterial stiffness may experience poorer cognitive functions, according to a recent study. Young people with higher blood pressure performed worse, especially in tasks that…
NeuropsychologyJun 3, 2024
Researchers develop technology that may allow stroke patients to undergo rehab at home
For survivors of strokes, regaining fine motor skills is critical for recovering independence and quality of life. But getting intensive, frequent rehabilitation therapy can be challenging and expensive. Now, researchers…
NeuropsychologyMay 24, 2024
Understanding a broken heart
The stress of heart failure is remembered by the body and appears to lead to recurrent failure, along with other related health issues, according to new research. Researchers have found that heart failure leaves a…
NeuropsychologyMay 20, 2024
Brain 'assembloids' mimic human blood-brain barrier
Major advance promises to accelerate the understanding and improved treatment of a wide range of brain disorders, including stroke, cerebral vascular disorders, brain cancer, Alzheimer's disease, Huntington disease…
NeuropsychologyMay 17, 2024
Sweet taste receptor affects how glucose is handled metabolically by humans
The sweet-taste receptor might be the first stop in a metabolic surveillance system for sugar. The receptor is also expressed in certain intestinal cells, where it may facilitate glucose absorption and assimilation, as…
NeuropsychologyMay 14, 2024
Far from toxic, lactate rivals glucose as body's major fuel after a carbohydrate meal
Scientists have documented the benefits of lactate burning in exercising humans, but few studies have looked at the role of lactate during rest or after a meal. Exercise physiologists challenged fasting men and women…
NeuropsychologyMay 14, 2024
Innovative 'mini-brains' could revolutionize Alzheimer's treatment
New research could revolutionize the way Alzheimer's and other brain-related diseases are diagnosed and treated -- by building tiny brains in a petri dish.
NeuropsychologyMay 6, 2024
New study reveals age-related brain changes influence recovery after stroke
A new study has revealed that areas of age-related damage in the brain relate to motor outcomes after a stroke -- a phenomenon that may be under-recognized in stroke research. The new observational study looked at the…
NeuropsychologyMay 2, 2024
Synchronization between central circadian clock and circadian clocks of tissues preserves their functioning
Two complementary research articles reveal that central and peripheral circadian clocks coordinate to regulate the daily activity of skin and muscles. The coordination between the two clocks (central and peripheral)…
NeuropsychologyMar 22, 2024
Early intervention after the first seizure may prevent long-term epilepsy and associated cognitive deficits
Only a very small percentage of neurons show changes after an epileptic seizure in mice, but these alterations can be permanent and trigger future seizures. An experimental treatment may prevent these long-term changes.
NeuropsychologyMar 21, 2024
The Truth About Dopamine and Your Brain
There’s no shortage of blogs, podcasts, and self-help books on the importance of dopamine for the brain. In fact, many portray ...
NeuropsychologyJan 5, 2024
Seizures identified as potential cause of sudden unexplained death in children
In a study designed to better understand sudden, unexpected deaths in young children, which usually occur during sleep, researchers have identified brief seizures, accompanied by muscle convulsions, as a potential cause.
NeuropsychologyNov 16, 2023
Neuropsychological assessment methodology revisited: metatheoretical reflections
Theory building in neuropsychology, similar to other disciplines, rests on metatheoretical assumptions of philosophical origin.
NeuropsychologyOct 19, 2023
Neuropsychology of the parietal lobe: Luria’s and contemporary conceptions
The parietal lobe, constituting approximately 20% of the human brain, comprises two main regions: the somatosensory cortex and ...
NeuropsychologyOct 17, 2023
Neuropsychology and Cognitive Neuroscience
Neuropsychology is a branch of Psychology which studies the relationship between brain changes and changes on cognition ...
NeuropsychologyOct 9, 2023
New drug offers relief for treatment-resistant epilepsy patients
In cases where standard therapies fail, a medication called XEN1101 reduces seizure frequency by more than 50% in some patients and sometimes eliminates them altogether, a new study shows. Unlike several treatments that…
NeuropsychologySep 20, 2023
MSc Applied Neuropsychology (Online)
This programme covers elements of basic human neuropsychology but has a strong focus on clinical neuropsychology. This degree is ...