Month: July 2023

Unraveling the Complex Origin of Brain Oscillations

Imagine a lively carnival with various rides and attractions, all operating independently but contributing to the overall excitement. In a similar way, spontaneous low-frequency brain oscillations have multiple sources and origins. These oscillations, which play a crucial role in brain activity, have long puzzled scientists. To shed light on the underlying mechanism, a team of […]

Published on July 31, 2023

Evaluation of the role of FMR1 CGG repeat allele in Parkinson’s disease from the Chinese population

Imagine you’re a detective investigating a crime. You’ve got two main suspects in mind – FMR1 premutation and the GZ allele of FMR1 CGG repeat expansions – and you’re determined to find out if they’re connected to your case, Parkinson’s disease (PD). In this study, Chinese researchers join the investigation by examining a large group […]

Published on July 31, 2023

Mediterranean diet and physical activity could prevent hospitalization-associated disability in older people

Hospitalized older people who do not follow a Mediterranean diet could benefit from a physical exercise program to prevent hospitalization-associated disability, that is, loss of skills in daily-life activities. Therefore, if the factor of following a Mediterranean diet is included among the variables assessed on the hospital admission of elderly patients, more precise and personalized […]

Published on July 29, 2023