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Drug Restores Brain Function in Alzheimer's Animal Model

Posted in Medicine on 30th Jul, 2017
by Alex Muller

Amyloid beta is a protein believed to be a major cause of Alzheimers disease.

High sugar intake linked with poorer long-term mental health

Posted in Science on 29th Jul, 2017
by Alex Muller

Men with high sugar intakes have an increased likelihood of mental disorders (such as anxiety and depression) after 5 years compared to those with low intakes, according to UCL research.

Stem cell brain implants could 'slow ageing and extend life'

Posted in Medicine on 28th Jul, 2017
by Alex Muller

Researchers hope to launch human trials as breakthrough shows hypothalamus controls ageing, with treated mice remaining fitter and living 10-15% longer.

Ketamine has 'truly remarkable' effect on depression

Posted in Science on 27th Jul, 2017
by Alex Muller

After six months, 43% of the subjects said they had no significant symptoms of depression

Eye test could help diagnose autism

Posted in Medicine on 26th Jul, 2017
by Alex Muller

A new study could herald a new tool that helps physicians identify a sub-group of people with Autism spectrum disorders (ASD).