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Dr. Anthony Lang reveals new model for studying Parkinson’s disease at the 26th World Congress of Neurology

During a plenary lecture at the 26th World Congress of Neurology, Dr. Anthony Lang, professor of neurology and Jack Clark Chair for Parkinson's Disease Research, University of Toronto, revealed a groundbreaking new model for identifying and studying Parkinson’s disease. This new approach will help researchers investigate biological aspects of the disease that may be detectable many years before symptoms begin to show.

20 Oct 2023

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Having a COVID-19 infection is associated with an increased risk of developing the rare disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome within the next six weeks, according to a study published in the October 18, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

18 Oct 2023

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

Among people who report memory and thinking problems, some show no signs of a problem on standard tests, while others have subtle declines on their tests.

11 Oct 2023

New consensus practice guideline published for clinicians on the determination of brain death

New guidance has been issued for clinicians on the determination of brain death, also known as death by neurologic criteria.

11 Oct 2023

Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Researchers from the University of Vienna, University of Konstanz, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine uncover a potential environmental trigger for Parkinson's disease.

11 Oct 2023

Wearable devices and machine learning revolutionize Parkinson's disease monitoring

The quantitative progression of motor symptoms of Parkinson's disease (PD) over time using wearable sensor data.

11 Oct 2023

Groundbreaking research focuses on brain health monitoring, early detection of neurodegenerative diseases

Associate Professor at the University of Oulu Teemu Myllylä, a leading expert in biomedical engineering, recently discussed his team's groundbreaking work in brain health monitoring and early detection of neurodegenerative diseases at the recent 6G-enabled sustainable society event.

4 Oct 2023

Graphene oxide nanoflakes may help treat Alzheimer's disease

A probable early driver of Alzheimer's disease is the accumulation of molecules called amyloid peptides. These cause cell death, and are commonly found in the brains of Alzheimer's patients.

4 Oct 2023

Study links high and low levels of "good" cholesterol with dementia risk

Having either high or low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, or "good" cholesterol, is tied to a small increased risk of dementia in older adults, according to a study published in the October 4, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

4 Oct 2023

Cutting-edge NanoSIMS imaging sheds light on the progression of Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease is a complex neurodegenerative disorder that leads to the deterioration of specific types of neurons in the brain, resulting in a number of motor and non-motor symptoms.

29 Sep 2023

Parkinson's disease-related neuronal death more likely to occur at night

Disturbances in sleep patterns and the internal biological clock are frequently associated with Parkinson's disease.

29 Sep 2023

Brain compensation may delay worsening of Parkinson's symptoms

In Parkinson's disease, the cerebral cortex can take over tasks from a deeper part of the brain that has been damaged, where cells that make dopamine have been lost.

28 Sep 2023

More pregnancies and longer reproductive lifespan may protect against cerebral small vessel disease

People with a higher cumulative estrogen exposure throughout their life may have a lower risk of cerebral small vessel disease, according to a new study published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

27 Sep 2023

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a meta-analysis published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Short-term exposure was defined as occurring within five days of the stroke.

27 Sep 2023

SwRI and UTSA develop breath analysis techniques to detect TBI

Researchers from Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) are developing techniques to detect traumatic brain injury (TBI) by analyzing breath for specific biomarkers.

26 Sep 2023

New sensor design could revolutionize rehabilitation for stroke survivors

An interdisciplinary team led by University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers has been awarded $1.14 million over four years by the National Institutes of Health to develop a revolutionary way of tracking body movements, with a primary application in stroke survivors' rehabilitation and huge potential for future applications across a wide range of disciplines, health-related and beyond.

22 Sep 2023

Researchers find a promising drug candidate for the treatment of ALS

A research group at the University of Helsinki and its partners have found a promising drug candidate for the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

22 Sep 2023

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine identify a key step in the development of harmful tau tangles, offering a potential target for preventing brain damage in diseases like Alzheimer's. The study highlights the role of long noncoding RNAs, particularly SNHG8, in stress granule formation and tau aggregation, opening new avenues for treatment.

22 Sep 2023

Can deep brain stimulation unlock the cure for severe depression?

A multidisciplinary team of clinicians, engineers, and neuroscientists has identified a unique biomarker in the brain that indicates recovery from treatment-resistant depression, utilizing deep brain stimulation (DBS) and artificial intelligence. The discovery, which allows for real-time monitoring and tailoring of treatment, could revolutionize the approach to managing severe forms of depression.

21 Sep 2023

Can a plant-based diet lower your risk of Parkinson's disease?

A recent study in the journal Movement Disorders examined the association between plant-based diets and Parkinson's disease (PD) risk, using data from 126,283 UK Biobank participants. The research found that those in the highest quartile for healthful plant-based diet indices (hPDI) had a 22% lower risk of PD, while unhealthful plant-based diets (uPDI) correlated with a 38% higher risk.

19 Sep 2023

Parkinson's Disease News and Research

Latest Parkinson's Disease News and Research

Dr. Anthony Lang reveals new model for studying Parkinson’s disease at the 26th World Congress of Neurology

COVID-19 infection associated with increased risk of developing Guillain-Barré syndrome

Subtle test deficits may predict risk of developing mild cognitive impairment

New consensus practice guideline published for clinicians on the determination of brain death

Study reveals a microbial metabolite's role in inducing Parkinson's-like symptoms

Wearable devices and machine learning revolutionize Parkinson's disease monitoring

Groundbreaking research focuses on brain health monitoring, early detection of neurodegenerative diseases

Graphene oxide nanoflakes may help treat Alzheimer's disease

Study links high and low levels of "good" cholesterol with dementia risk

Cutting-edge NanoSIMS imaging sheds light on the progression of Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease-related neuronal death more likely to occur at night

Brain compensation may delay worsening of Parkinson's symptoms

More pregnancies and longer reproductive lifespan may protect against cerebral small vessel disease

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

SwRI and UTSA develop breath analysis techniques to detect TBI

New sensor design could revolutionize rehabilitation for stroke survivors

Researchers find a promising drug candidate for the treatment of ALS

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

Can deep brain stimulation unlock the cure for severe depression?

Can a plant-based diet lower your risk of Parkinson's disease?

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