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17 Jul 2022

Our brain's neurons function even in sleep, level of alpha-beta waves differs

A unique study of brain activity in the cerebral cortex of epilepsy patients found there was a robust response to sound during sleep that largely mirrored the brain's response during wakefulness.

17 Apr 2018

Three cups of coffee, tea daily may cut stroke risk: Study

A single cup of coffee contains about 95 mg of caffeine. It acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system and works to block the effects of adenosine -- a chemical that causes atrial fibrillation (AFib).

Multiple sclerosis

03 Nov 2017

This protein may help in the treatment of multiple sclerosis

A new study has found that a blood-clotting protein prevents repair in the brain and may help patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).

Parkinson's disease

27 Apr 2017

Parkinson's disease may start in the gut and spread to the brain: Study

Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors.

15 Feb 2017

Know these common causes of epilepsy!

Epilepsy is a common type of disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain is disturbed, causing repeated seizures.

18 Mar 2016

Omega-3 supplementation linked to reduction in depression

Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in the development and function of the central nervous system, say British scientists who found a link between Omega-3 supplementation and reduction in depression.

04 Mar 2016

Six coffees a day keeps multiple sclerosis away

A new study has revealed that necking six cups of java every day could potentially cut the risk of developing multiple sclerosis.

06 Dec 2015

New 3D software tracks embryo's brain development

An Indian-origin scientist has developed a new, open-source 3D software that can track the embryonic development and movement of neuronal cells throughout the body of the worm, and it is now available to scientists.

05 Nov 2015

Australian scientists identify way to target neuroblastoma cancer

The research team was able to identify an experimental drug, which was currently in clinical trials for adult cancer, with the potential to interrupt the loop and halt tumour progression, Australia-based Children's Cancer Institute said.

16 Oct 2015

Scientists create artificial 'skin' that could feel sensation

This is the first time a flexible, skin-like material has been able to detect pressure and also transmit a signal to a component of the nervous system.

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