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The final patient has begun dosing in a trial of a nasal therapy for non-active secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. The phase 2a study is evaluating the safety, tolerability and efficacy of foralumab compared with a placebo, an inactive treatment. Headline results are expected later this year and are planned for presentation at the joint ACTRIMS-ECTRIMS [...]
Retina photos could help predict common Alzheimer’s risk factors, new research suggests. The study found that simple photographs of the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, may offer clues about future brain health. Researchers said the images can predict many common risk factors associated with developing Alzheimer’s disease. [...]
A new brain monitor could detect infections earlier after brain injury and help reduce healthcare costs, researchers say. The system was created by a research team led by the University of Waterloo to support patients in intensive care units. Dr Mahla Poudineh, professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of [...]
US researchers have developed a robotic hand that can hear a melody once and play it back after just two minutes of self-taught practice on a keyboard, without relying on sheet music or pre-programmed scores. The scientists say that the approach could pave the way for new Parkinson’s therapies. The hand grew so capable that [...]
Cellular Intelligence has acquired global rights to Novo Nordisk’s clinical-stage cell therapy programme for Parkinson’s disease. As part of the agreement, Novo Nordisk will make an equity investment in Cellular Intelligence and will be eligible for future milestone payments and royalties. Cellular Intelligence said it aims to continue clinical development of the programme [...]
A non-surgical brain stimulation technique improved Parkinson’s movement symptoms in a small pilot study. The approach targets deep brain circuits from outside the skull, without the need to implant electrodes. Researchers said the early findings must be tested in larger studies before the technique can be considered for clinical use. The study, involving [...]
A brain-controlled exoskeleton tested in an early study may one day help people with spinal cord injury walk again. The system used brain signals to control a robotic walking exoskeleton and sent artificial leg sensations back through direct electrical stimulation, creating a two-way link. Researchers said this type of setup may help address key limits [...]
Bioxtreme has secured a total of US$15m in funding to strengthen its leadership team and support the development of its rehab robotics. NR Times speaks to CEO Eyal Samuel Shachar about the company's plans for the funding and finds out more about Bioxtreme's innovative Error Augmentation technology, which offers a unique new approach to neuro-rehab. [...]
3D brain sensors tailored to each person could improve monitoring and treatment of neurodegenerative disease, researchers say. Traditional brain sensors, known as bioelectrodes, are tiny devices that track signals in the brain. They are usually made from stiff materials in a one-size-fits-all design that struggles to match the brain’s complex structure. Researchers have developed a [...]
An oral drug may cut Parkinson’s falls when it reaches the right blood level, according to clinical trial data presented in Europe. Falls are among the most common and serious complications of Parkinson’s, driven by balance and gait problems, and there is currently no satisfactory treatment. The Phase 2b trial tested pirepemat, an [...]
