Month: June 2023

Shattering the Anabolic Window

Ever heard of the anabolic window? It’s the idea that there’s a specific period of time after your workout when your body is primed for muscle growth. But hold on tight, because we’re about to shatter that myth! Picture this: you go to a buffet and load up on all the delicious food right before […]

Published on June 21, 2023

Unlocking the Potential of Different Deep Brain Stimulation Patterns

Imagine deep brain stimulation as a mystical ballet, where the dancers (electrodes) perform different moves and rhythms to influence the entire performance (neuronal firing and network effects). Conventional high-frequency stimulation is like a steady waltz, but emerging alternative patterns offer exciting possibilities. These patterns include theta-frequencies, variable frequencies, coordinated reset stimulation, and more. Scientists are […]

Published on June 21, 2023

Active Bodies, Healthy Minds: How Exercise Protects White Matter in Aging and Alzheimer’s Disease

Think of physical activity as a shield that protects the intricate wiring of the brain. In this study, researchers investigated whether being physically active could help preserve the integrity of white matter in individuals experiencing aging or prodromal to mild Alzheimer’s disease with vascular comorbidity. They recruited a total of 213 participants who were classified […]

Published on June 21, 2023