Research implicates aggregates of two proteins, known as tau and beta-amyloid, in the development of Alzheimer’s disease. A new study […]
Instagram and oxytocin receptors: Study looks for links
Oxytocin plays a role in the development of social bonds. Some evidence suggests that variations in the gene that codes […]
Dementia risk may be lower for people in mentally stimulating jobs
More than 50 million people live with dementia around the world. Scientists are interested in determining whether cognitive stimulation may […]
What role might red blood cells play in aging?
Reduced oxygen supply to tissues may be partly responsible for age-related physical and cognitive decline. A receptor in the membrane […]
Is there a link between OCD and stroke?
Stroke can result in severe disability or death. Identifying risk factors is an important way to help prevent stroke. Obsessive-compulsive […]
COVID-19: Neurological symptoms linked to in-hospital mortality
Some patients with COVID-19 have also developed neurological symptoms. The researchers of the present observational study demonstrate the prevalence of […]
Can neuroticism predict Parkinson's disease?
People who score high on neuroticism in personality tests tend to experience more negative emotions and are more vulnerable to […]