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Two brain pathways identified that govern the urge to itch

14 April 2023

Two distinct groups of neurons underlie different types of itching sensations in mice, and both work together to fuel chronic itchiness

We may finally know why people tend to regain weight after losing it

24 March 2023

When mice lose weight, brain signals that trigger hunger are dialed up, making the animals eat more until they return to their starting weight

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Mediterranean diet may prevent cognitive issues for people with MS

1 March 2023

People with multiple sclerosis who eat a Mediterranean diet are less likely to show signs of cognitive impairment than people with the condition who don't follow the diet

A woman partially paralysed by stroke was able to use utensils to eat independently after spinal cord stimulation

Spinal cord stimulation helps people with stroke regain arm movement

20 February 2023

Two people with upper body paralysis caused by stroke partially regained arm movements after receiving electrical stimulation of neurons in their spinal cord

Newly found brain pathway could be key to reducing opioid addiction

8 February 2023

Researchers have identified a brain pathway in mice that governs the development of opioid tolerance. If the same exists in humans, treatments that inhibit it could prevent opioid addiction

We may now know how childhood adversity leaves its mark on the brain

5 January 2023

Research in mice suggests that a newly identified brain pathway may be the reason childhood adversity increases the risk of mental health issues as an adult