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health2 years ago

Study Links Nanoplastics to Parkinson's-Related Brain Protein Changes

Nanoplastics, broken down from polystyrene, have been found to cause changes in brain proteins associated with Parkinson's disease and other types of dementia. Researchers from Duke University discovered that the presence of plastics attracted unusually large clumps of the protein alpha-synuclein, which is known to accumulate in the brains of Parkinson's patients. The study suggests that nanoplastics interfere with the brain's natural cleaning process and may contribute to the development and progression of neurodegenerative diseases. Further research is needed to understand the exact relationship between nanoplastics and alpha-synuclein, as well as their impact on human health.

via ScienceAlert|
#brain-proteins#dementia#environmental-factors
health2 years ago

"Revolutionary Proteins: A Breakthrough in Schizophrenia Treatment"

Researchers have discovered an interaction between two brain proteins, MAP6 and Kv3.1, that affects memory, movement, and anxiety in mice. This finding could lead to new treatment approaches for schizophrenia. When these proteins fail to interact, negative behavioral symptoms emerge, indicating their connection to specific brain regions responsible for these behaviors. The study suggests that targeting these protein interactions could offer new directions for treating schizophrenia.

via SciTechDaily|
#brain-proteins#health#memory
health2 years ago

Sleeping pills may hold promise in reducing Alzheimer's disease proteins.

A recent study published in Annals of Neurology found that taking the sleep medication suvorexant before bed reduced the levels of Alzheimer's proteins in the spinal fluid of participants. Alzheimer's patients often experience sleep disturbances, but it's unclear whether poor sleep causes Alzheimer's or vice versa. The study included 38 participants who had no known cognitive impairments and no evidence of Alzheimer's-related changes in the brain. While the initial results are promising, longer-term studies with larger participant groups are needed to confirm the findings. The study author recommends that individuals with sleep disturbances should see their doctor and be evaluated for sleep disorders before taking any medications.

via Fox News|
#alzheimers-disease#brain-proteins#health
health2 years ago

Brain Proteins Crucial for Body Weight Control

A study by researchers from Université Laval and the Quebec Heart and Lung Institute Research Centre has identified 60 unique proteins expressed in the brain that may be critical regulators of body weight. The study explored the link between genetic regions associated with body weight and the proteins expressed in the brain. The team believes that the biological role of these proteins in various parts of the brain and their contribution to energy homeostasis needs to be studied in more detail. The evolving food environment may have influenced food behaviours and energy storage capacity over the last few decades.

via Neuroscience News|
#bmi#body-weight#brain-proteins