Our brain's neurons function even in sleep, level of alpha-beta waves differs
A unique study of brain activity in the cerebral cortex of epilepsy patients found there was a robust response to sound during sleep that largely mirrored the brain's response during wakefulness.
Jul 17, 2022, 14:49 PM ISTThree cups of coffee, tea daily may cut stroke risk: Study
A single cup of coffee contains about 95 mg of caffeine. It acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system and works to block the effects of adenosine -- a chemical that causes atrial fibrillation (AFib).
Apr 17, 2018, 17:00 PM ISTThis protein may help in the treatment of multiple sclerosis
A new study has found that a blood-clotting protein prevents repair in the brain and may help patients with multiple sclerosis (MS).
Nov 03, 2017, 18:19 PM ISTParkinson's disease may start in the gut and spread to the brain: Study
Parkinson's disease is a disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors.
Apr 28, 2017, 00:26 AM ISTKnow these common causes of epilepsy!
Epilepsy is a common type of disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain is disturbed, causing repeated seizures.
Feb 15, 2017, 00:07 AM ISTOmega-3 supplementation linked to reduction in depression
Omega-3 fatty acids play a critical role in the development and function of the central nervous system, say British scientists who found a link between Omega-3 supplementation and reduction in depression.
Mar 18, 2016, 16:39 PM ISTSix coffees a day keeps multiple sclerosis away
A new study has revealed that necking six cups of java every day could potentially cut the risk of developing multiple sclerosis.
Mar 04, 2016, 22:53 PM ISTNew 3D software tracks embryo's brain development
An Indian-origin scientist has developed a new, open-source 3D software that can track the embryonic development and movement of neuronal cells throughout the body of the worm, and it is now available to scientists.
Dec 06, 2015, 14:37 PM ISTAustralian scientists identify way to target neuroblastoma cancer
The research team was able to identify an experimental drug, which was currently in clinical trials for adult cancer, with the potential to interrupt the loop and halt tumour progression, Australia-based Children's Cancer Institute said.
Nov 05, 2015, 16:43 PM ISTScientists create artificial 'skin' that could feel sensation
This is the first time a flexible, skin-like material has been able to detect pressure and also transmit a signal to a component of the nervous system.
Oct 16, 2015, 08:43 AM IST