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Scientists uncover nuclear process in the brain that may affect disease
Monday, August 17, 2015
NIH-funded study highlights the possible role of glial brain cells in neurological disorders
PINK1 protein crucial for removing broken-down energy reactors
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
NIH study suggests potential new pathway to target for treating ALS and other diseases
Neurons' broken machinery piles up in ALS
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
NIH scientists identify a transport defect in a model of familial ALS
A genetic mutation linked to ALS prevents motor neurons (pictured above) from getting rid of defective parts. Courtesy of Sheng Lab, NINDS, Bethesda, MD
Scientists adopt new strategy to find Huntington’s disease therapies
Friday, August 7, 2015
Large, international NIH-supported study uses precision medicine to tackle neurological disorders
Crystal clear images uncover secrets of hormone receptors
Friday, July 31, 2015
NIH researchers gain better understanding of how neuropeptide hormones trigger chemical reactions in cells
Futuristic brain probe allows for wireless control of neurons
Thursday, July 16, 2015
NIH-funded scientists developed an ultra-thin, minimally invasive device for controlling brain cells with drugs and light
Progesterone does not significantly improve outcome after traumatic brain injury
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
NIH-funded study reveals treatment does not show benefit over placebo following head injury
Normal neuronal firing may spark brain tumor growth
Tuesday, June 16, 2015
NIH-funded study opens new path to discovering brain cancer treatments
NIH Names Walter J. Koroshetz, M.D. Director of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
Thursday, June 11, 2015
National Institutes of Health Director Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D. announced today the selection of Walter J. Koroshetz, M.D., as the Director of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS). He has served as Acting Director of the NINDS since October, 2014.