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These are the latest neuroscience research articles featured on NeuroscienceNews.com.
2024-12-06 13:12:47 +00:00
 Facial
expressions triggered by pain are deeply tied to brain activity, revealing distinct neural mechanisms compared to verbal pain reports. Researchers developed a neurobiological model, using MRI and machine learning, to predict pain-induced facial expressions.
2024-12-06 13:28:00 +00:00
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study of 500,000 Canadian nursing home residents found antipsychotic medications significantly worsened behaviors in patients, with nearly 68% experiencing increased issues. Antipsychotics are often prescribed "off-label" for dementia-related symptoms, despite
serious side effects like tremors and cognitive decline. Researchers advocate for person-centered care, emphasizing non-drug therapies like music, art, and exercise to address behavioral issues.
2024-12-06 14:29:40 +00:00
 Researchers
identified a new receptor, neuropilin-1 (NRP1), which collaborates with a known receptor to regulate pain signaling from nerve growth factor. Unlike traditional signaling receptors, NRP1 acts as a co-receptor to enhance pain signals without directly transmitting
them. The study showed how blocking NRP1 or disrupting its interaction with nerve growth factor could offer novel approaches to pain treatment.
2024-12-06 14:59:25 +00:00
 Researchers
have created a "molecular GPS" to guide immune cells directly to the brain, enabling precise targeting of tumors like glioblastoma. These cells use a unique protein code to navigate and attack cancer while sparing healthy tissue, offering a safer alternative
to traditional treatments. In mice, this technology successfully cleared tumors, prevented recurrences, and reduced brain inflammation in models of multiple sclerosis.
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