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So-called "zombie genes" increased expression in fresh human brain tissue at least 24 hours after resection and caused glial cells to grow, highlighting dynamic changes that may occur postmortem. (Scientific Reports)

Topline phase II trial data showed BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics' autologous stem cell therapy for progressive multiple sclerosis met its primary safety endpoint and led to neurologic function, cognition, and biomarker improvements, the company said.

Amantadine ER (Gocovri) treatment doubled the daily time Parkinson's patients spent "on" with no dyskinesia, a pooled analysis of phase III trial data showed. (Frontiers in Neurology)

Dementia-free women in late middle age showed greater tau burdens than men, independent of amyloid beta. (Neurobiology of Aging)

More research showed COVID-19 "long-haulers" experienced persistent brain fog and fatigue weeks after acute infection. (Annals of Clinical and Translational Neurology)

And another study showed saliva RNA identified concussion in elite rugby players, with AUC values exceeding 0.90. (British Journal of Sports Medicine)

Intravenous metoclopramide (Reglan) plus diphenhydramine (Benadryl) was more effective than placebo in relieving acute post-traumatic headache in the emergency department. (Neurology)

Heightened brain activity was seen years before people developed Takotsubo syndrome, a type of heart failure often triggered by acute stress. (European Heart Journal)

Puppies! Kittens! Babies! A neuroscientist explains why we respond to cuteness. (BBC Science Focus Magazine)

Last Updated March 30, 2021

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