Brain Health
5 articles
More Than Glue: How Glial Cells Drive Brain Health and Disease
Glial cells, far from being passive "brain glue," are now understood as active participants crucial for brain health, regulating synaptic function, immune responses, and signal transmission. Their dysfunction is a primary driver of many neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders, offering new therapeutic targets.
Essential Learning Habits for Better Cognition in 2026
Despite dedicating hours to textbooks and lectures, many students find themselves distracted for 20% of their study time, according to pmc .
A Practical Guide to Neuroplasticity: How to Keep Your Brain Sharp at Any Age
Neuroplasticity is the brain's remarkable lifelong ability to change and adapt, crucial for learning, recovery, and maintaining cognitive fitness. This guide offers practical lifestyle strategies to actively foster brain adaptability and support cognitive health at any age.
Long COVID Autoantibodies Attack Brain, Nervous System in Mice
Transferring antibodies from long COVID patients into healthy mice induced increased pain sensitivity, fatigue, impaired balance, and damage to small nerve fibers, as reported by Pharmexec .
How Does the Glymphatic System Clear Brain Waste and Trace Proteins?
A study in five volunteers confirmed the existence of channels that help drain waste from the brain, revealing a previously hidden system crucial for clearing disease-causing proteins.