Ketamine May Cause Brain Changes Similar to Schizophrenia, Study Finds In one of the first long-term studies, researchers in New York City tested the effects of ketamine on the brain and found that repeated exposure to the drug led to structural rewiring in areas that produce dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with memory, mood, sleep, learning, …
A recent study has found that an abundance of information can hinder decision-making abilities, which has critical implications for public health, suggesting that clear, focused information can enhance decision-making. AI chatbots could potentially offer personalized advice to improve decision-making effectiveness. Even Slight Information Overload Hampers Effective Decision-Making According to New Research at Stevens Institute of …
Researchers from Mount Sinai have made a breakthrough in understanding how the protein TIMP2 affects the crucial hippocampus area of the brain, which is responsible for memory and learning. By using advanced techniques with mutant mouse models, they discovered that decreased TIMP2 levels resulted in reduced plasticity and memory function. The research team found that …
Researchers at The University of Texas at El Paso have discovered that used coffee grounds may hold the key to treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. The study suggests that compounds extracted from the coffee grounds, known as Caffeic-acid based Carbon Quantum Dots (CACQDs), could have a protective effect on brain cells, particularly …
Research indicates that an increased consumption of whole grains may slow memory decline in Black individuals, a trend not seen in white participants. The study, published in the November 22, 2023, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, suggests that Black individuals who incorporated whole grains such as breads, …
A recent study uncovered the cognitive benefits of Trigonelline (TG), a natural compound found in coffee and certain vegetables. The research revealed that TG significantly improves spatial learning and memory in elderly mice by modifying crucial molecular pathways and reducing neuroinflammation, underscoring its potential in addressing age-related cognitive decline. New scientific research has increasingly focused …
Discoveries Revealed: How Excess Midlife Abdominal Fat Is Linked to Alzheimer’s Onset Recent findings to be presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) shed light on the correlation between elevated levels of visceral abdominal fat in middle-aged individuals and the heightened probability of developing Alzheimer’s disease. In-depth research, which …
New Memory Research Breakthrough: Genetically Modified LIMK1 Protein Activated With Rapamycin Could Revolutionize Treatment of Memory-Related Neuropsychiatric Diseases and Neuroscience Research. Researchers from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the Catholic University, Rome and the Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS have developed an engineered protein that significantly boosts memory. Neuroscientists at the Faculty …
Chronic sleep deprivation has been linked to brain damage and increased risk of neurological diseases. Researchers found that the protein pleiotrophin (PTN) decreases with sleep deprivation, causing neuronal death in the hippocampus and potentially indicating cognitive impairment. Research identifies the decline of the protein pleiotrophin (PTN) as a cause of neuronal death due to sleep …
Scientists may have discovered a groundbreaking diagnostic tool for identifying the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, offering hope for future early detection. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 5.8 million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s, making it the most prevalent form of dementia. The disease is characterized by memory loss and …