Imagine the brain as a symphony, with different networks playing different instruments in perfect harmony. But what happens when a disruptive force enters the stage? In this study, scientists investigated the underlying neurophysiological mechanisms of acute tinnitus, a condition characterized by phantom sounds in the ears. They compared the brain connectivity patterns of patients with […]
Published on August 1, 2022
In the treacherous world of traumatic brain injury (TBI), microglia are like warriors defending the central nervous system (CNS). These specialized troops, known as macrophages, are divided into two factions: the inflammation-promoting M1 and the inflammation-inhibiting M2. Steering microglia toward the desired polarization is crucial for TBI treatment. Elucidating the intricate signal pathways involved, such […]
Published on August 1, 2022
Welcome to the world of rapid-onset dystonia parkinsonism (RDP), a rare and puzzling disease caused by a tiny sly mutant known as ATP1A3. Think of RDP as a detective story, where scientists are on a mission to decode the culprit behind this condition. In this study, two brave patients from the same family offered their […]
Published on August 1, 2022