Brain Health
New research challenges established models of Parkinson’s disease
A new study led by researchers at McGill University is challenging a long-standing theory about how dopamine supports movement, offering insights that could reshape scientific thinking about treatments for Parkinson’s…
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The Moving Body, the Hydraulic Brain: Exploring Fluid Shifts in the Brain
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously understood, according to new…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
Mediterranean-style eating could strengthen mitochondrial pathways supporting cardiovascular and cognitive health
A new study from researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology suggests that…
The Brain’s Internal Compass Stability May Hold the Key to Memory Longevity
A discovery by McGill University researchers sheds light on how memories can endure over time,…
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USC research shows early Alzheimer’s brain markers vary across diverse populations
A team of researchers from the USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute at the Keck School of…
Prenatal Lead Exposure Connected to Lower Cognitive Ability in Adulthood
A study published on 18 February 2026 in Neurology suggests that exposure to lead before birth may be linked to…
Study Suggests Certain Health Conditions May Indicate Future Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study led by researchers at Vanderbilt Health has identified a range of medical conditions that frequently appear years…
Changes in brain blood flow and oxygen supply may provide early warning signs of Alzheimer’s
Subtle alterations in the way blood circulates through the brain and how brain tissue uses oxygen may be closely associated…
Continuous Cognitive Activity Throughout Life Tied to Reduced Alzheimer’s Risk
A new study published on February 11, 2026, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reports…
Scientists Discover Energy Metabolism Changes in Parkinson’s Disease
Weight loss is a common but still poorly understood feature of Parkinson’s disease. Many people living with the condition gradually…
Protecting Brain Health: The Impact of Virgin Olive Oil on the Gut Microbiota
Virgin olive oil is widely regarded as a central component of the Mediterranean diet and is well known for supporting…
Researchers uncover a promising new drug target for Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists at Indiana University School of Medicine have uncovered a promising new therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s disease, offering a potential…