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Parkinson's Medication Delivery Via Infusion Pump Shows Promise in Phase 3 Trial
An international, multisite phase 3 trial co-led by a University of Cincinnati researcher found Parkinson’s disease medication delivered through an infusion pump is safe and effective at reducing symptoms for longer periods of time.
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Researchers Demonstrate Brain's Adaptation to External Stimulation for the First Time
For the first time, researchers have shown that non-invasive brain stimulation can change a specific brain mechanism that is directly related to human behavior.
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Brain Neurons Actively Involved in Processing Heart and Breath Signals
Researchers are investigating how exactly the brain processes the incoming stream of information from the heart and lungs, leading to a broader understanding of brain-body integration and the resulting health or disease.
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VR and Electrical Brain Stimulation Show Promise in Trial for PTSD
Combining transcranial stimulation with virtual reality exposure significantly reduced PTSD symptoms in veterans.
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How Does 40Hz Sensory Gamma Rhythm Stimulation Clear Amyloid?
Stimulating a key brain rhythm with light and sound increases peptide release from interneurons, driving clearance of Alzheimer’s protein via the brain’s glymphatic system, new study suggests.
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Human Study Reveals Dopamine and Serotonin’s Role in Social Behavior
Scientists delve into the world of chemical neuromodulators actions in the human brain, specifically dopamine and serotonin, to reveal their role in social behavior.
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Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation Technique Shows Potential for Treating Brain Disorders
New research unveils a novel technique that could transform the treatment landscape for brain disorders. The team developed a non-invasive brain stimulation method, which holds tremendous potential for inducing long-lasting changes in brain function.
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Deep Brain Stimulation Pinpoints Disrupted Neural Pathways
To pinpoint the exact therapeutic target areas of the brain, a team led by researchers analyzed data from patients across the globe who had undergone implantation of tiny electrodes to stimulate the brain.
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Visual Cues Inform Decision To Cooperate in Macaques
Eye contact and body language are critical in social interaction, but exactly how the brain uses this information in order to inform behavior in real time is not well understood.
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Non-Invasive Brain Procedure Could Relieve Pain Without Medication
A study from the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, found that narrowly focused soundwaves aimed at an area of the brain called the insula reduced both the perception of pain and the body’s reaction to it.
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