/neuro/taxonomy/term/515/all en /neuro/article/research/glial-cells-take-centre-stage-new-international-research-collaboration <p>A new pilot project between researchers at ÎÛÎÛ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ University and the University of Edinburgh is investigating the role of glial cells in brain circuit development. </p> <p>Glial cells, long considered mere support cells in the brain, are now recognized as pivotal players in establishing and fine-tuning neuronal connectivity.  </p> Mon, 16 Dec 2024 17:32:17 +0000 Helen Gemmrich 6298 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/big-changes-afoot-neuro-myotonic-dystrophy-treatments After years with little to offer patients, researchers are testing a treatment that targets the genetic problem at the heart of this rare disease. Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:31:11 +0000 Sophie Lorenzo 6293 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/next-phase-alzheimer-treatments A new trial underway at the Clinical Research Unit is aiming to take Alzheimer's treatment options one step further. Tue, 22 Oct 2024 20:20:42 +0000 Sophie Lorenzo 6236 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/understanding-changes-pre-clinical-alzheimers-disease A new study provides important insight into how amyloid-beta and tau proteins impact brain activity. Tue, 17 Sep 2024 16:19:33 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6178 at /neuro /neuro/article/new-study-finds-promising-approach-reducing-brain-inflammation <p>A new study by researchers at the Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR) has uncovered a promising approach for reducing brain inflammation. </p> <p>Glial cells, which support and protect neurons, can become overactive during injury and brain inflammation. This overactivity may contribute to chronic neurodegeneration and worsen brain disorders. Understanding how this process, called reactive gliosis, is controlled could help scientists better understand brain diseases and improve treatments.  </p> Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:54:17 +0000 Helen Gemmrich 6151 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/discovery-gives-answers-parents-children-rare-disease Scientists identify gene mutations that cause debilitating neurodevelopmental problems in infancy. Wed, 21 Aug 2024 15:41:07 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6130 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/new-role-intelligent-tutors-powered-ai-brain-surgery-0 Lab publishes the first randomized controlled trial comparing AI intelligent tutor instruction with expert human instruction during simulated surgery. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 18:11:56 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6102 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/protective-mechanism-against-spinocerebellar-ataxia A recent study has discovered a genetic mechanism that protects people from developing a type of spinocerebellar ataxia, a mechanism that one third of the population lack. Tue, 30 Jul 2024 14:01:24 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6089 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/finding-master-switch-als A new clinical trial is testing existing medication that could slow the progression of the disease. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 13:12:09 +0000 Sophie Lorenzo 6072 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/crossing-blood-brain-barrier-treat-ms A clinical trial at The Neuro is targeting immune cells deep in the brain to slow disease progression. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 18:42:59 +0000 Sophie Lorenzo 6065 at /neuro /neuro/article/research-patient-care/clinician-scientist-awarded-prestigious-als-fellowship The 2024 Fellow is Dr. Matti Allen, a clinician-scientist in neuromuscular medicine. Mon, 17 Jun 2024 19:41:44 +0000 Sarah Stack 6068 at /neuro /neuro/article/open-science-research/new-open-science-tool-studying-als-breathing-failure Protocol might also be used to study other motor neuron diseases, including spinal muscular atrophy and Kennedy’s disease.  Tue, 28 May 2024 14:43:16 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6046 at /neuro /neuro/article/research-patient-care/making-progress-against-ms-progression Researchers have developed drugs that improve the outlook for millions of patients. Tue, 28 May 2024 19:10:16 +0000 Shawn Hayward 6050 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/podcast-spotlight-rising-star-marie-brossard-racine <p>This podcast episode, hosted by the <a href="https://rbiq-qbin.qc.ca/">Quebec Bio-Imaging Network (QBIN)</a>, features<a href="/spot/marie-brossard-racine"> Marie Brossard-Racine</a>, a research member of the Azrieli Centre for Autism Research (ACAR).</p> <p>Dr. Racine's work primarily focuses on unraveling the complex mechanisms behind function and dysfunction in children with neurodevelopmental disorders. From scanning babies to adolescents, her lab tackles the unique challenges of MRI scanning across different stages of childhood development.</p> Thu, 03 Oct 2024 16:00:38 +0000 Neuro Communications 6202 at /neuro /neuro/article/research/hunt-treatment The Neuro is launching its first ever clinical trials for Huntington’s Disease. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:13:54 +0000 Sophie Lorenzo 6007 at /neuro