Month: April 2022

Connecting the Dots: Unraveling Dysfunction in the Brain’s Communication System

Imagine trying to have a conversation with someone, but your words are getting lost in translation. That’s a bit like what’s happening in the brains of patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). A recent study delved into the intricate network of connections in the primary sensory cortex, which is responsible for processing sensations. The researchers […]

Published on April 9, 2022

When Proteins Go Astray: Uncharted Territory in Adult-Onset Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis

Imagine a bunch of unruly proteins going off the rails and causing chaos in your brain. That’s kind of what happens in adult-onset neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (ANCL), a group of inherited neurodegenerative diseases. Instead of staying where they’re supposed to, these troublesome proteins form clumps and accumulate inside lysosomes, which are like tiny garbage disposals […]

Published on April 9, 2022

Decoding the Puzzle: Understanding How Donepezil Treats Alzheimer’s Disease

Imagine trying to solve a complex puzzle with multiple pieces that fit together perfectly. That’s what scientists did in this study on the mechanism of donepezil in treating Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Using network pharmacology and molecular docking, they collected compounds and targets associated with donepezil from various databases. They then created an interactive network that […]

Published on April 9, 2022