New Drug Is First to Treat Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Studies show that ocrelizumab works for both the relapsing and progressive forms of MS
Studies show that ocrelizumab works for both the relapsing and progressive forms of MS
Prenatal exposure to elevated levels of male sex hormones may play a role in the development of autism, results of a new study suggest
Some of these children may never have had autism in the first place, despite being diagnosed with it
In people, a molecule called d-cycloserine improved test performance and strengthened brain cell connections
Preliminary studies reveal harmful effects of highly potent cannabis, but causal links remain unclear
New data shows monoclonal antibodies may indeed slow the disease when given early
A clinical trial will look at the neurological structure and function of people who have attempted suicide
Patterns of brain activity can forecast your concentration levels, and may even help diagnose ADHD
Long-term study of children ties exposure to sleep disorders later in life
New research is unraveling how and why the elderly “choose happiness”
The cause of migraine headaches has eluded scientists for centuries. Now a theory blaming one nerve has led to drugs that prevent attacks
High levels of domoic acid in Dungeness and rock crabs has led to a fishing ban by the California Fish and Game Commission
Joseph LeDoux’s book explores “Using the Brain to Understand and Treat Fear and Anxiety”
Interactive games show some success in small, preliminary studies, but scientists have reservations
Scientists restored youthful brain plasticity and vision in mice
Neuroscientists are probing the idea that intestinal microbiota might influence brain development and behavior
After surviving a series of benders, neural circuits get locked into a firing pattern that compels alcohol seeking
New research shows that the resident immune cells of the brain are involved in both development and disease
Can two everyday drugs prevent irreversible harm from traumatic brain injury?
Doctors can now operate deep within the brain using focused ultrasound, ushering in a new era of faster, safer incision-free procedures
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