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By introducing genes that encode for light-activated ion channels or pumps into specific populations of neurons, scientists can activate or inhibit neuronal activity in real-time. This innovative approach has led to breakthroughs in understanding complex brain functions, neurodegenerative disorders, and psychiatric conditions. ...
It has been studied for its ability to support joint health, improve brain function, and reduce the risk of various diseases. However, curcumin's bioavailability – the degree to which it is absorbed and utilized by the body – is relatively low when taken in its standard form. ...
IntroductionNatural lipids, also known as healthy fats, play a crucial role in maintaining our overall health and well-being. These essential components are found in various foods and have been extensively studied for their numerous benefits. In this article, we will delve into the world of natural lipids, exploring their importance, sources, and the positive impact they have on our bodies. What ...
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User A young man (28 years old) who is confined to a wheelchair after a car accident or spinal cord injury. In addition to motor problems, he has mainly speech and memory problems, which significantly isolates him socially. ...
What is neuroplasticity? The ability of the nervous system to respond to external and internal stimulations and to change its activity based on these changes. By responding to these stimuli it is meant to reorganize its structure of individual centers and their functional interconnections. Physiologically, these plastic changes can be observed during the actual development of the nervous system, ...
Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, which slows down brain activity, and can make you fall asleep faster than usual. In short, a turkey dinner serves up plenty of ways to make you sleepy—turkey shouldn’t get all the blame. ...
Introduction By leveraging Connectomics to trace functional connectivity, seven large-scale brain networks have been identified. These networks have the most dominance over cortical function in the brain, and each serves an overarching common function. While some networks are familiar, many networks, and their constituents, are newly discovered1. These major networks control brain ...
use of the arm versus compensation (i.e. use it to improve it, use it or lose it; pain, learned behaviors, and effort required to use the paralyzed limb may discourage use and promote disuse, causing a cascade of further physical and even emotional impairments) action observation (i.e. observation of a real or animated individual or individual’s hand performing the movement to ...
Every time you meet someone new, your brain goes through a series of checks to decide what you think of them. ...
As a result, the physiological activities of the cells in the tissues are slowed down, or even interrupted, leading to health conditions and diseases. ...
Meditation is often thought of as an avenue to clarity and self-awareness, but it may also be an avenue to better brain health. Emerging research suggests meditation may have significant benefits to brain health, ranging from improved mental and behavioral health to enhanced cognitive function. In this article, we will break down how meditation helps the brain and provide helpful tips for ...
There is no such thing as unimportant, or non-eloquent, brain. For decades, neuroscientists and clinicians have studied the brain attempting to pinpoint the regions that control specific functions. This is the age old question of ‘What part of the brain is responsible for ___?’ For clinicians, this assists in determining where the source of certain disorders may originate and ...
In addition to the pandemic, the digitization of healthcare is rapidly shifting clinical trials from analog to hybrid or fully decentralized clinical trials, catalyzing the development and implementation of digital health technologies to support clinical research. Digital endpoints not only support the decentralization of clinical trials but also provide a means to collect more sensitive, ...
It is no secret that glucose, a form of sugar, is the main source of energy for every cell in our bodies, including our brain cells. Because the brain is packed with neurons, it uses more energy than any other organ in the body. Our brains reward us for consuming sugar. Whether you are eating a delicious meal, sharing a kiss with someone you ...
Primary care practitioners are often the first to address a patient’s or family’s concerns about memory loss or the possibility of dementia. Detecting cognitive decline as early as possible is fundamental to a patient’s ability to receive earlier access to treatments and therapies, and, consequently, more effective treatment and improved health outcomes. There are several ...
Among the mental health “hacks” that have gone viral online recently: dealing with anxiety attacks by sucking on sour candy or dunking your face in ice water. The idea is to distract yourself from panic symptoms by changing your focus. So, does it work? It might seem to help people with moderate panic attacks. “By definition, panic attacks are time-limited,” says ...
By now, you are likely aware of many of the well-established risks associated with smoking cigarettes, such as cancer, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and stroke. But did you know that research has discovered a link between smoking and cognitive decline? This research emphasizes the importance of identifying and controlling modifiable risk ...
Other CPPs present additional advantages such as tumor-homing, penetration through the blood-brain barrier, and antimicrobial activity. l FeaturesThe most remarkable feature of cell-penetrating peptides is that it’s able to penetrate the cell membrane at low micromolar concentrations in vivo and in vitro, without using any chiral receptors and without causing ...
Depression and the vagus nerve Depression affects millions of people worldwide and constitutes a leading cause of disability. Although pharmacological interventions are available, many of them produce suboptimal outcomes due to high non-responsive rates or intolerable side effects. It has been estimated that between 20 to 40 per cent of patients either failed to respond to conventional ...
In particular, a clearer understanding of the changes in brain structures that could predict treatment success. Previous studies have reliably demonstrated the involvement of the insula as well as the thalamus and hippocampus. However, there is still room to further ascertain the relationship between brain region activation/deactivation by tVNS ...