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- An amyloid link between Parkinson's disease and melanomaon April 7, 2021 at 12:36 pm
On the surface, Parkinson's disease and melanoma do not appear to have much in common. However, for nearly 50 years, doctors have recognized that Parkinson's disease patients are more likely to develop melanoma than the general population. Now, scientists report a molecular link between the two diseases in the form of protein aggregates known as amyloids.
- Parkinson's gene may impair how new neurons are made throughout our lifetimeon March 23, 2021 at 12:47 pm
The Parkinon's gene PINK1 is important for the generation of dopamine-producing neurons throughout life, and is not just responsible for the premature death of these neurons.
- Brain disease research reveals differences between sexeson March 16, 2021 at 3:22 pm
Scientists highlight a growing body of research suggesting sex differences play roles in how patients respond to brain diseases, as well as multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, and other brain ailments. They are urging their colleagues to remember those differences when researching treatments and cures.
- How the brain learns from subconscious stimulion March 15, 2021 at 3:02 pm
Researchers uncovered for the first time what happens in animals' brains when they learn from subconscious, visual stimuli. In time, this knowledge can lead to new treatments for a number of conditions.
- Scientists move closer to developing 'game-changing' test to diagnose Parkinson'son March 11, 2021 at 1:53 pm
Results published today show it is possible to identify Parkinson's based on compounds found on the surface of skin. The findings offer hope that a pioneering new test could be developed to diagnose the degenerative condition through a simple and painless skin swab.