Imagine trying to solve a complex puzzle with only one pair of hands – it’s slow and exhausting! That’s how traditional solvers feel when trying to simulate the intricate workings of neurons at the nanoscale. But fear not, because the STEPS 4.0 project is here to save the day. Just like a well-oiled team of […]
Published on October 26, 2022
Imagine solving a complex puzzle that could reveal the key to understanding dementia. In this study, scientists examined the influence of cytokine gene polymorphisms on the risk of developing dementia. Cytokines, such as interleukin (IL)-α, IL-6, tumor necrosis factor (TNFα), and interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), play a crucial role in neuroinflammation, a process believed to contribute to […]
Published on October 26, 2022
Imagine trying to start walking, but your brain gets stuck like a broken record. That’s what happens to people with freezing of gait (FOG) in Parkinson’s disease. Scientists are still puzzled by this phenomenon, but a recent study has uncovered some clues. By analyzing electrical signals in the brain (measured by EEG), researchers found that […]
Published on October 26, 2022