A British man with Asperger’s syndrome is all set to tackle a 100-kilometre cycle challenge to help raise funds for the National Autistic Society (NAS). Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2016
Study reveals potential for new approaches to treating schizophrenia
The discovery of a unique protein could lead to developments in treatments for schizophrenia and other neuropsychiatric disorders, according to scientists. Continue reading
Neurological damage caused by Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Huntington’s could be ‘reversed’, say scientists
Astonishing research conducted by Leicester University has shown that detrimental neurological damage caused by the likes of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and Huntington’s diseases can potentially be ‘reversed’. Continue reading
Wristwatches that track epileptic seizures ‘a feasible replacement for logs and diaries’, say scientists
A new study conducted by the Stanford University School of Medicine has exhibited the power of technology in tracking epileptic seizures. Continue reading
Playing this mobile video game could help fight dementia, say scientists
Researchers have developed a smartphone game that they say will help in a key battle against dementia – understanding how the brain navigates. Continue reading
British swimmer qualifies for Down’s Syndrome World Championships
Competitive British swimmer Andy Banks has just qualified for the Down Syndrome World Championships – for the fifth time running. Continue reading
Study says new compound could treat autism, bipolar and schizophrenia
A new study has said that a compound currently being developed for human use may be able to treat psychiatric diseases such as autism, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and ADHD. Continue reading
Twins tackle genetics myths surrounding Parkinson’s disease
Two twins who have volunteered to take part in a London medical study are tackling genetics myths surrounding Parkinson’s disease – after it was discovered that just one of the identical brothers had the condition. Continue reading