Why do we sleep?
Russell Foster is a circadian neuroscientist: He studies the sleep cycles of the brain. And he asks: What do we know about sleep? Not a...
Neurology
The Neurology category focuses on disorders of the nervous system, including their diagnosis, management and underlying science. It offers evidence-informed insight into conditions such as stroke, epilepsy, dementia and multiple sclerosis, alongside emerging research and clinical advances. With clear, expert-led perspectives, this category helps readers understand complex neurological health issues and the evolving landscape of care and treatment.
Neuroscientist war veteran returns to Ukraine
Scientist who fought on front line returns to Ukraine as part of new academic scheme. A University of Aberdeen neuroscientist who fought in Ukraine has...
New lipid-based pathway discovered as key to memory formation
A new lipid-based pathway essential for memory formation has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers – a breakthrough that could lead to treatments for...
Launch of national awareness day for those with paralysed bowels
"If people don't get the bowel care they need, they could have a stroke and die, it's as simple as that." Healthcare professionals and patients...
Trial for blood tests to diagnose dementia accepts first participants
A country-wide trial aiming to revolutionise how dementia is diagnosed using blood tests is now underway, in a bid to improve the UK’s shocking diagnosis...
Christmas unrest – sleep solutions
Christmas unrest - sleep solutions - So, it’s not surprising that sleep tracking has gained immense popularity in recent years as widely accessible wearable devices...
Do Finland introduces a new care pathway for epilepsy
Do Finland introduces a new care pathway for epilepsy - The Finnish epilepsy care pathway has been published in Epilepsia Open. This Finnish model for...
Innovative swim program for people with cerebral palsy
Innovative swim program for people with cerebral palsy - A competitive swimming program developed by University of Queensland researchers for young people with severe cerebral...
Signs Your Elderly Parent Needs Help
Signs Your Elderly Parent Needs Help: It is not easy to ask for or accept assistance when you need it, but it's even harder for...
New screening tool to help stroke survivors
New screening tool to help stroke survivors: University of Queensland researchers have developed a fast cognitive screening tool that can detect often-missed rehabilitation needs for...
