Astrocytes—named for their star-like shape—are a type of brain cell as abundant as neurons in the central nervous system, but ...

A team of researchers has developed a technique for diagnosing, managing and treating neurological disorders with minimal surgical risks.

By Dr Praveen Gupta Epilepsy causes recurring, unprovoked seizures in individuals due to sudden, intense electrical activity ...

In Alzheimer’s, some research suggests that a buildup of prion proteins in the brain may contribute to the devastating loss of short- and long-term memory. “Long-term memory shapes our personality, ...

In an illuminating Genomic Press Interview, Professor Haitham Amal reveals how personal encounters with autism families ...

Tel Aviv University researchers have made a discovery that could enhance our understanding of genetic mutations and their ...

This Research Topic, "Innovative imaging in neurological disorders: bridging engineering and medicine," seeks to highlight groundbreaking advancements in brain imaging technologies and their ...

The brain, traditionally considered an immune-privileged organ due to the blood-brain barrier (BBB), has its own sophisticated immune defense system.

Researchers found that inhibiting the enzyme TYK2 may reduce the harmful accumulation of tau protein in Alzheimer’s disease, ...

By Zahra Haghighat University of Kentucky Epilepsy is a common but complex neurological disorder that impacts millions of ...