Parkinson's disease (PD) is an age-related, progressive, neurodegenerative condition, caused by loss of dopamine-producing neurons. To overcome the shortcomings of conventional levodopa-based ...

It’s supposed to be the most magical time of the year. The holidays are for gathering with loved ones, sharing traditions and creating lasting memories. Social connection is important for your spirit ...

Your brain is an incredible network of over 160 billion cells linked by over 100 trillion connections. Each day and each moment, it’s being influenced by the choices you make. While no single signal ...

A BREAKTHROUGH test for depression could soon make early diagnosis faster, cheaper, and more accessible. Brazilian scientists have created a portable saliva-based biosensor that measures brain-derived ...

Summary: Scientists have developed a portable biosensor that can detect levels of BDNF, a protein linked to mental health conditions such as depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. The ...

MOE Joint International Research Laboratory of Animal Health & Food Safety, Nanjing Agricultural University, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210014, P. R. China Key Laboratory of Animal Physiology & Biochemistry, ...

The biosensor that can quickly identify a protein whose altered levels are associated with psychiatric disorders costs US$2.19 per unit. Brazilian researchers have developed a low-cost, portable ...

Mature brain-derived neurotrophic factor (mBDNF) and its uncleaved precursor protein pro-BDNF are broadly acknowledged as central factors for control of neuroplasticity, and thus brain health (Park ...