Imagine your body as a vast network of interconnected roads. In the case of a rare neurological disorder called Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), this network becomes congested with abnormal proteins known as α-Synuclein (α-Syn). Currently, diagnosing MSA requires brain pathology analysis, but what if we could find these proteins in other parts of the body? […]
Just like how a bright neon sign catches your attention from across the street, the human eye has evolved to stand out among other primates. Recent research has sparked some doubts about the long-held theory that our uniformly white sclera, or the whites of our eyes, evolved specifically for better communication with our fellow humans. […]
Cognitive reserve reflects the brain’s intrinsic adaptive capacity against the neurodegenerative effects of aging. The maintenance or enhancement of the brain’s cognitive reserve plays a crucial role in mitigating the severity of pathologies associated with aging. A new movement, social prescribing, which focuses on prescribing lifestyle activities as a treatment for patients, is growing in […]
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