Neuropsychology
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) editing has emerged as a revolutionary approach in the fight against neurodegenerative diseases. As these diseases continue to impose a significant global health burden, the innovative use of mitochondrial gene editing offers a promising avenue to address their underlying causes. The dysfunction of mitochondria, triggered by mutations in mtDNA, is now recognised [...]
Obstructive sleep apnoea, commonly associated with cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, also plays a significant but less recognised role in memory decline, according to a new review. Researchers have reviewed evidence from human and animal studies showing that OSA patients often experience notable memory impairments, particularly in visual and verbal working memory. They report that key [...]
While there are currently biomarkers that have been identified for depression, they are not generally reliable and have, so far, not been widely applied in clinical use. Now, researchers have identified what could be the first reliable biomarker for the condition - potentially transforming its diagnosis and treatment. The brain uses networks to coordinate its [...]
Results from the Phase 2 PIVOT-HD study of PTC518 (votoplam) in Stage 2 and Stage 3 Huntington's disease (HD) patients demonstrated that the treatment met its primary endpoint of reduction in blood Huntingtin (HTT) protein levels. The treatment showed a reduction in HTT protein levels at Week 12 and favourable safety and tolerability. The 12-month [...]
A music conductor in the US has returned to the podium after receiving innovative brain technology that controls his Parkinson's tremors, allowing him to lead his symphony with renewed confidence. Rand Laycock*, 70, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease shortly before turning 60 after seeking medical advice for thumb twitching. The retired music teacher has guided [...]
A research project has received a grant to investigate whether electrical brain stimulation with temporal interference can improve the restorative nature of napping. The project will explore new methods to combat fatigue and improve the restorative nature of napping, through targeting specific brain areas with a novel brain stimulation technique. Corundum Convergence Institute (CCI), a [...]
A new NHS initiative to prevent brain injuries during childbirth will be implemented nationwide following successful pilot testing at selected maternity units. The Avoiding Brain Injury in Childbirth (ABC) programme, scheduled to begin this September, aims to help maternity staff better identify signs of foetal distress during labour and respond more effectively to obstetric emergencies. [...]
This blog was written thanks to the expertise of the Brian Barr Solicitors team, including Alex Cohen, Philip Cohen and Steven Akerman, leading experts in compensation claims for chronic pain and serious injury. In our hyper-connected world, where sharing the minutiae of our lives has become second nature for most people, social media has woven itself into the [...]
Patients suffering from depression, anxiety and trauma-related disorders experienced significant relief from their symptoms after a new treatment that uses sound waves to modulate deep brain activity, according to new research. from Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. The study, published this month in Molecular Psychiatry, demonstrates that low-intensity focused ultrasound [...]
By Patrick Litani, Chief Operating Officer, The London Neurocognitive Clinic When a person has suffered a brain injury or been given a diagnosis of a life changing neurological condition it is understandable to feel strong and often devastating emotions. These emotions may be extremely hard for the person themselves and their families and friends to [...]
