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Serum Endotoxin, Inflammatory mediators and Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy before and after treatment in patients with Minimal Hepatic Encephalopathy
ConclusionsArterial ammonia, inflammatory mediators (TNF‐alpha,IL‐6, IL‐18), and serum endotoxin reduce and MRS abnormalities improve after treatment with lactulose in patients with MHE.
Source: Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology - February 21, 2013 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Jain Lokesh, Sharma Barjesh Chander, Srivastava Siddharth, Puri Sunil Kumar, Sharma Praveen, Sarin Shiv Tags: Clinical Gastroenterology Source Type: research

Ketamine for Chronic Pain: Risks and Benefits
Summary The anesthetic ketamine is used to treat various chronic pain syndromes, especially those that have a neuropathic component. Low‐dose ketamine produces strong analgesia in neuropathic pain states, presumably by inhibition of the N‐methyl‐D‐aspartate receptor although other mechanisms are possibly involved, including enhancement of descending inhibition and anti‐inflammatory effects at central sites. Current data on short‐term infusions indicate that ketamine produces potent analgesia during administration only, while three studies on the effect of prolonged infusion (10‐14 days) show long‐term analg...
Source: British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology - February 21, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Marieke Niesters, Christian Martini, Albert Dahan Tags: Review Source Type: research

Neuropeptide receptors as potential drug targets in the treatment of inflammatory conditions
Abstract Crosstalk between the nervous, endocrine and immune systems exists via regulator molecules such as neuropeptides, hormones and cytokines. A number of neuropeptides have been implicated in the genesis of inflammation, such as tachykinins and calcitonin gene‐related peptide. Development of their receptor antagonists could be a promising approach to the anti‐inflammatory pharmacotherapy. Anti‐inflammatory neuropeptides such as vasoactive intestinal peptide, pituitary adenylate cyclase‐activating polypeptide, alpha‐melanocyte–stimulating hormone, urocortin, adrenomedullin, somatostatin, cortistatin, ghreli...
Source: British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology - February 21, 2013 Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Authors: Erika Pintér, Gábor Pozsgai, Zsófia Hajna, Zsuzsanna Helyes, János Szolcsányi Tags: Review Source Type: research

Hypomelanosis of Ito and multiple naevoid hypertrichosis: Rare cutaneous mosaicism
We present the case of a 3‐year‐old girl with these two naevoid disorders at sites completely exclusive of each other and without any severe associated defects.
Source: Australasian Journal of Dermatology - February 21, 2013 Category: Dermatology Authors: Ananta Khurana, Archana Singal, Deepika Pandhi Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research

Lateral supraorbital approach applied to sellar tumors in 23 consecutive patients: the Suzhou experience from China
Conclusion: Sellar tumors can be removed via the LSO approach with relatively low morbidity and mortality. Surgical results with this fast and simple approach are similar to those obtained with more extensive, complex, and time-consuming approaches.
Source: World Journal of Surgical Oncology - February 21, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Gang ChenZhong WangDai Zhou Source Type: research

Case Western Reserve University joins BrainGate clinical trial
(Case Western Reserve University) Researchers at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals Case Medical Center will begin testing the first of two technologies they plan to combine in a new effort to enable people with paralysis to regain some control of their arms and hands. Long-term, the goal is to bypass severed connections between the brain and the paralyzed muscles by using the participants' own brain signals as commands directing electrical impulses to their muscles and generating movement.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

The Effects of Chronic Cigarette Smoking on Cognitive Recovery During Early Abstinence from Alcohol
ConclusionsChronic cigarette smoking appears to negatively impact neurocognition during early abstinence from alcohol. Although the cognitive deficiencies observed in this cohort were not in a clinical range of impairment, they should be considered to enhance treatment efficacy. Our findings lend support to integrating smoking cessation as well as the individual assessment of cognition into early ALC treatment. Additionally, there is a need to elucidate the effects of current and former smoking status in future reports of neurocognition.
Source: Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research - February 21, 2013 Category: Addiction Authors: David L. Pennington, Timothy C. Durazzo, Thomas P. Schmidt, Anderson Mon, Christoph Abé, Dieter J. Meyerhoff Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Proton Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy as a Probe into the Pathophysiology of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD): A Review
Proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy (1H‐MRS) is a safe, noninvasive way of quantifying in vivo biochemical and metabolite concentration levels in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Findings to date suggest ASD is associated with widespread reduction in N‐acetylaspartate (NAA), creatine plus phosphocreatine (Cr), choline‐containing compounds (Cho), myo‐inositol (mI), and glutamate plus glutamine plus gamma‐Aminobutyric Acid (Glx); however, variable findings, and even substantial increases, are not uncommon depending on the study and/or region‐of‐interest. Widespread reduction of NAA, Cr, Cho,...
Source: Autism Research - February 21, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Joshua M. Baruth, Christopher A. Wall, Marc C. Patterson, John D. Port Tags: Review Article Source Type: research

Longitudinal Heschl's Gyrus Growth During Childhood and Adolescence in Typical Development and Autism
In this study, we model longitudinal volumetric growth of Heschl's gyrus gray matter and white matter during childhood and adolescence in 40 individuals with autism and 17 typically developing participants. Up to three time points of magnetic resonance imaging data, collected on average every 2.5 years, were examined from individuals 3–12 years of age at the time of their first scan. Consistent with previous cross‐sectional studies, no group differences were found in Heschl's gyrus gray matter volume or asymmetry. However, reduced longitudinal gray matter volumetric growth was found in the right Heschl's gyrus in autis...
Source: Autism Research - February 21, 2013 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Molly D. Prigge, Erin D. Bigler, P. Thomas Fletcher, Brandon A. Zielinski, Caitlin Ravichandran, Jeffrey Anderson, Alyson Froehlich, Tracy Abildskov, Evangelia Papadopolous, Kathryn Maasberg, Jared A. Nielsen, Andrew L. Alexander, Nicholas Lange, Janet La Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Predictors of asymptomatic cerebral infarction associated with radiofrequency catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation using an irrigated-tip catheter
Conclusion The presence of SEC and procedure duration prior to heparin injection are determinants of asymptomatic CI during AF ablation despite the use of an irrigated-tip catheter.
Source: Europace - February 21, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Sakamoto, T., Kumagai, K., Nishiuchi, S., Fuke, E., Miki, Y., Nakamura, K., Kaseno, K., Koyama, K., Naito, S., Inoue, H., Oshima, S. Tags: Ablation for atrial fibrillation Source Type: research

Selective activation of protein kinase Cϵ in mitochondria is neuroprotective in vitro and reduces focal ischemic brain injury in mice
Abstract Activation of protein kinase Cϵ (PKCϵ) confers protection against neuronal ischemia/reperfusion. Activation of PKCϵ leads to its translocation to multiple intracellular sites, so a mitochondria‐selective PKCϵ activator was used to test the importance of mitochondrial activation to the neuroprotective effect of PKCϵ. PKCϵ can regulate key cytoprotective mitochondrial functions, including electron transport chain activity, reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation, mitochondrial permeability transition, and detoxification of reactive aldehydes. We tested the ability of mitochondria‐selective activation of P...
Source: Journal of Neuroscience Research - February 21, 2013 Category: Neuroscience Authors: Xiaoyun Sun, Grant R. Budas, Lijun Xu, George E. Barreto, Daria Mochly‐Rosen, Rona G. Giffard Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Modeling Alzheimer's disease using iPSCs
(Center for iPS Cell Research and Application - Kyoto University) Researchers at Japan's Kyoto University and Nagasaki University have successfully modeled Alzheimer's disease (AD) using both familial and sporadic patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells, and revealed stress phenotypes and differential drug responsiveness associated with intracellular amyloid beta oligomers in AD neurons and astrocytes.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Activation of cortical type 2 cannabinoid receptors ameliorates ischemic brain injury
(Elsevier Health Sciences) A new study published in the March issue of The American Journal of Pathology suggests that cortical type 2 cannabinoid receptors might serve as potential therapeutic targets for cerebral ischemia.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Rutgers neuroscientist sheds light on cause for 'chemo brain'
(Rutgers University) It's not unusual for cancer patients being treated with chemotherapy to complain about not being able to think clearly, connect thoughts or concentrate on daily tasks. The complaint -- often referred to as chemo-brain -- is common. The scientific cause, however, has been difficult to pinpoint. New research by Rutgers University behavioral neuroscientist Tracey Shors offers clues for this fog-like condition, medically known as chemotherapy-induced cognitive impairment.
Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Biomarker may identify neuroblastomas with sensitivity to BET bromodomain inhibitors
(American Association for Cancer Research) The MYCN gene is commonly amplified in neuroblastoma and associated with poor prognosis. A BET bromodomain inhibitor downregulated MYCN expression. The drug prolonged survival in three animal models of MYCN-amplified neuroblastoma.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Scientists identify molecular system that could help develop treatments for Alzheimer's disease
(University of Southampton) Scientists from the University of Southampton have identified the molecular system that contributes to the harmful inflammatory reaction in the brain during neurodegenerative diseases.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - February 21, 2013 Category: Global & Universal Source Type: news

Monitoring brain oxygen saturation during awake off-pump coronary artery bypass [ORIGINAL ARTICLE]
Conclusions: Awake off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting is a safe surgical technique for patients with history of cerebral infarction or impaired cerebral blood flow. Awake off-pump coronary artery bypass grafting is a less invasive procedure that allows efficient management of intraoperative cerebral blood flow, and can be equally effective as a percutaneous coronary intervention.
Source: Asian Cardiovascular and Thoracic Annals - February 21, 2013 Category: Cardiology Authors: Toda, Watanabe, Matsumoto, Tomita, Yamaguchi, Ohtake Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research

Supercharged End-to-Side Nerve Transfer: Too Soon for “Prime Time”?
I was surprised to see a technique guide describing the supercharged end-to-side nerve repair (“Supercharged End-to-Side Anterior Interosseous to Ulnar Motor Nerve Transfer for Intrinsic Musculature Reinnervation”) published in the October issue of the Journal of Hand Surgery. I introduced this concept (referring to it as a reverse end-to-side nerve repair to emphasize the reversal of the normal donor and recipient nerves from a standard end-to-side nerve repair) in 2005, using a rodent nerve repair model. As Dr. Barbour points out in the group's Surgical Technique article, the appeal of the procedure is obvious: to au...
Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - February 20, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: Jonathan Isaacs Tags: Letters to the Editor Source Type: research

Transhemispheric Cortical Plasticity Following Contralateral C7 Nerve Transfer: A Rat Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging Survival Study
Conclusions: A high degree of transhemispheric cortical plasticity occurred after contralateral C7 nerve transfer. There appears to be a predilection for the rat brain to restore the preinjury somatotopic representation of the brain. Clinical relevance: Understanding the cortical changes after nerve injury and repair may lead to specific pharmacologic or behavioral interventions that can improve functional outcomes.
Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - February 20, 2013 Category: Surgery Authors: J.B. Stephenson, Rupeng Li, Ji-Geng Yan, James Hyde, Hani Matloub Tags: Scientific Articles Source Type: research

Concussive Injury before or after Controlled Cortical Impact Exacerbates Histopathology and Functional Outcome in a Mixed Traumatic Brain Injury Model in Mice
Journal of Neurotrauma , Vol. 0, No. 0.
Source: Journal of Neurotrauma - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Tags: article Source Type: research

Acute Provoked Reflex Seizures Induced by ThinkingAcute Provoked Reflex Seizures Induced by Thinking
Can a simple act of concentration induce a seizure? This intriguing case describes a young man with a previous head injury who experienced thinking-induced seizures during a bout of meningitis. The Neurologist
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery Journal Article Source Type: news

Mind of a Rampage Killer: Avoiding Possible Roots
The PBS show mentions the importance of early experience for mental and social health but does not elaborate. Here are ways to foster positive mental health in young children.read more
Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center - February 20, 2013 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Darcia Narvaez, Ph.D. Tags: Child Development Health Law and Crime Parenting Adam Lanza aggressive response amygdala areas of the brain beginning of life body energy brain systems caregiver companionship critical period cues epigenetics gun violence Source Type: news

PTSD: A Window into the Bodymind (Part 4)
There are two ways to get at the essence of how emotional experience differs from one person to another. The first is to look at feelings and the second is to look at people. read more
Source: Psychology Today Personality Center - February 20, 2013 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Michael Jawer Tags: Health Neuroscience Personality Stress animated today boundaries characteristic differences continuous motion distinct types emotion emotional experience emotional stimuli environmental stimuli ernest hartmann feelings lively Source Type: news

Imaging in the Evaluation of Headache.
This article reviews when and how to use imaging for headaches, and what abnormalities may be found on these studies. PMID: 23419624 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Medical Clinics of North America - February 20, 2013 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Lester MS, Liu BP Tags: Med Clin North Am Source Type: research

Headache Pain of Ear, Nose, Throat, and Sinus Origin.
This article provides the clinician with a concise road map for the evaluation of painful conditions of the ear, nose, sinuses, and throat that may be responsible for headache. PMID: 23419628 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: The Medical Clinics of North America - February 20, 2013 Category: Journals (General) Authors: Waldman SD, Waldman CW, Waldman JE Tags: Med Clin North Am Source Type: research

Bedroom tax
A group of charities have written a letter to the Work and Pensions Secretary calling for people with a disability to be exempt from the bedroom tax, which will reduce housing benefit for people in council or housing association property if they have a spare room. Daily Mirror
Source: Multiple Sclerosis Trust - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

CXCR4/CXCL12 Mediate Autocrine Cell- Cycle Progression in NF1-Associated Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumors
Wei Mo, Jian Chen, Amish Patel, Liang Zhang, Vincent Chau, Yanjiao Li, Woosung Cho, Kyun Lim, Jing Xu, Alexander J. Lazar, Chad J. Creighton, Svetlana Bolshakov, Renée M. McKay, Dina Lev, Lu Q. Le, Luis F. Parada. Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) are soft tissue sarcomas that arise in connective tissue surrounding peripheral nerves. They occur sporadically in a subset of patients with neuro....
Source: Cell - February 20, 2013 Category: Cytology Source Type: research

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Source: Multiple Sclerosis Trust - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Source Type: news

Regulation of glutamate release by heteromeric nicotinic receptors in layer V of the secondary motor region (Fr2) in the dorsomedial shoulder of prefrontal cortex in mouse
ABSTRACT We studied how nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) regulate glutamate release in the secondary motor area (Fr2) of the dorsomedial murine prefrontal cortex, in the presence of steady agonist levels. Fr2 mediates response to behavioral situations that require immediate attention and is a candidate for generating seizures in the frontal epilepsies caused by mutant nAChRs. Morphological analysis showed a peculiar chemoarchitecture and laminar distribution of pyramidal cells and interneurons. Tonic application of 5 μM nicotine on layer V pyramidal neurons strongly increased the frequency of spontaneous glutama...
Source: Synapse - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Patrizia Aracri, Alida Amadeo, Maria Enrica Pasini, Umberto Fascio, Andrea Becchetti Tags: Research Article Source Type: research

Induction of dyspnea evokes increased anxiety and maladaptive breathing in individuals with high anxiety sensitivity and suffocation fear
Abstract Although respiratory symptoms are relevant for diagnosis and etiology of panic disorder, anxiety responses and breathing behavior evoked by induction of dyspnea have rarely been studied. Therefore, dyspnea sensations and affective evaluations evoked by inspiratory resistive loads of different intensities were first assessed in 23 individuals with high versus 24 participants with low anxiety sensitivity (AS). High AS participants with high fear of suffocation rated loads of the same physical intensity as more unpleasant and reported more intense feelings of dyspnea and more respiratory and panic symptoms than low A...
Source: Psychophysiology - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: Manuela G. Alius, Christiane A. Pané‐Farré, Andreas Von Leupoldt, Alfons O. Hamm Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

A short and validated multiple sclerosis‐specific health‐related quality of life measurement for routine medical practice
ConclusionsCompared with existing alternatives, our 10‐item three‐dimensional Hr‐QoL measurement tool is adapted to RMP, and constitutes an adequate compromise between precision and ease of use in patients with MS.
Source: European Journal of Neurology - February 20, 2013 Category: Neurology Authors: R. Devy, P. Lehert, E. Varlan, M. Genty, G. Edan Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

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Source: American Academy of Neurology - February 20, 2013 Category: Medical Law Source Type: news

In the News
How stress gets under the skin: Q&A with neuroscientist Bruce McEwen “Be physically active, get a good diet, [get] adequate sleep, [create] social support, have a good hobby, meditate. All of these things really are common sense and now … More »
Source: The Rockefeller University Newswire - February 20, 2013 Category: Biomedical Science Authors: pubaff Tags: In the News Source Type: news

Neuroinflammatory Cytokine Signaling and Alzheimer's Disease
New England Journal of Medicine, Volume 368, Issue 8, Page 770-771, February 2013.
Source: New England Journal of Medicine - February 20, 2013 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: article Source Type: research

Concussion damage can last decades
BOSTON, Feb. 20 (UPI) -- A Canadian researcher says damage to the brain can persist for decades after an original head trauma or concussion.
Source: Health News - UPI.com - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Diagnostic testing for dyssynergic defecation in chronic constipation: meta‐analysis
Conclusions & InferencesDyssynergic defecation is highly prevalent in CC and is commonly detected across testing modalities, type of patient referred, and geographical regions. We believe that the lower prevalence of findings associated with DD by defecography supports use of manometry and balloon expulsion testing as an initial evaluation for CC.
Source: Neurogastroenterology and Motility - February 20, 2013 Category: Gastroenterology Authors: E. J. Videlock, A. Lembo, F. Cremonini Tags: Original Article Source Type: research

Combined Weighted Imaging Predicts Infarct VolumeCombined Weighted Imaging Predicts Infarct Volume
This protocol could aid in the timely selection of appropriate patients for high-risk stroke therapy. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news

Antioxidants in diet may not protect against dementia, stroke after all
Previous studies have showed eating antioxidant-rich foods may protect against heart and brain disease
Source: Health News: CBSNews.com - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Refraction Paradox in Diabetics: an Extreme Case of Transient Hyperopia
We describe here an extreme case of transient hyperopia in a newly diagnosed diabetic patient following intense blood glucose control.
Source: Journal of Diabetes - February 20, 2013 Category: Endocrinology Authors: Mehmet Ali Sekeroglu, Hande Taylan Sekeroglu Tags: Case Report Source Type: research

Antioxidants in Your Diet May Not Reduce Risk of Stroke or Dementia
MINNEAPOLIS – Contrary to other research, a new study found that the total level of antioxidants in people's diets is not related to their risk of developing stroke or dementia.
Source: American Academy of Neurology - February 20, 2013 Category: Medical Law Source Type: news

Language Protein In Brain Differs By Sex
Males and females acquire language differently: it has been well documented in children, where on average girls tend to speak earlier, with greater complexity, than boys. We also know that animals differ by sex in the ways they communicate. Now a new study from the US may go some way to explaining why, because it finds that the brains of male rat pups contain more "language protein" than their female counterparts, while in humans it appears to be the other way around, boys have less than girls...
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology / Neuroscience Source Type: news

UCLA life scientists identify drug that could aid treatment of anxiety disorders
The drug scopolamine has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including nausea and motion sickness. A new study by UCLA life scientists suggests that it may also be useful in treating anxiety disorders. Researchers found that the drug can help boost the effectiveness of a common treatment for anxiety disorders known as exposure therapy. In exposure therapy, a subject with a phobia or anxiety is repeatedly exposed to the object or situation they fear, in a non-threatening setting. The goal of this treatment is to ultimately lessen and eliminate the fear — in essence, make it "extinct." However, fe...
Source: UCLA Newsroom: Health Sciences - February 20, 2013 Category: Universities & Medical Training Source Type: news

Is osteopathic manipulative treatment effective in migraine?
Discussion: This preliminary data, even though not completed, showed a significant difference between OMT group and the other two, suggesting that the OMT may be considered an efficient procedure in the management of patients with migraine.
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - February 20, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Francesco Cerritelli, Caprari Emanuele, Di Vincenzo Marcello, Mazzarini Luca, Ginevri Liana Rina, Messi Gabriella Tags: Selected abstracts from the 9th International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Research 2012 Source Type: research

The development of a chronic pain self-management course within the British School of Osteopathy Clinic
Discussion: The first course was partially successful but did not promote sustained behavioural changes or effectively integrate psycho-educational material with ongoing osteopathic treatments. For the second course, content was refined to core ACT messages of ‘self-compassion’ and mindful awareness of daily life choices with more time allocated for experiential activities. Further education will be needed to embed ACT approaches into the BSO clinic, so tutors and students can integrate self-management principles and adapt maintenance treatments, according to changes in patients' health beliefs and goals. Future course...
Source: International Journal of Osteopathic Medicine - February 20, 2013 Category: Complementary Medicine Authors: Hilary Abbey, Lorraine Nanke Tags: Selected abstracts from the 9th International Conference on Advances in Osteopathic Research 2012 Source Type: research

Sequester—Implications for Neurologists
All physicians may see a 2 percent cut in Medicare payments beginning April 1 unless Congress agrees on a plan to prevent the sequester from going into effect.
Source: American Academy of Neurology - February 20, 2013 Category: Medical Law Source Type: news

Brain Activity Map Project in Planning StagesBrain Activity Map Project in Planning Stages
Piggybacking on the Human Connectome Project, the Brain Activity Map project promises to reveal how the human brain actually works by 'listening in' to neurons. Medscape Medical News
Source: Medscape Today Headlines - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Neurology & Neurosurgery News Source Type: news

Steroid-Sparing Effect of Corticorelin Acetate in Peritumoral Cerebral Edema Is Associated With Improvement in Steroid-Induced Myopathy
In this randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind study of patients with brain tumors who were being treated with dexamethasone for peritumoral brain edema, corticorelin acetate tended to reduce the...
Source: OncologySTAT Journal Scans - February 20, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research

Brains of Fetuses 'Build a Bridge' Between Regions, Images Show
Research might one day lead to better treatments for disorders such as ADHD, autism, scientists say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism, Brain Diseases
Source: MedlinePlus Health News - February 20, 2013 Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news

Brain Project Draws Presidential Interest
A small group of scientists has apparently intrigued the White House with a plan to map human brain activity
Source: ScienceNOW - February 20, 2013 Category: Science Source Type: news

Three Surprising Truths about Teens
A scientific expert on adolescence answers our burning questions.read more
Source: Psychology Today Parenting Center - February 20, 2013 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Christine L. Carter, Ph.D. Tags: Parenting adolescents adult roles age of menarche biological aspects brain activity brain changes burning questions emotional life faculty board good science happiness hormones hunter gatherer societies neuroscientist pediatr Source Type: news