Neurology

Growing evidence from mouse studies suggests that a healthy microbiome might improve poststroke outcomes

An ability to read and write, even with little or no schooling, could offer protection

The drug targets the connection between the brain and the microbiome

Slow-wave activity during dreamless slumber helps wash out neural detritus

A deficit arises in molecules needed for neurons to communicate efficiently

The startling discovery could open up avenues for treating some aggressive tumors

The brain deals with viewing two images simultaneously in a distinctive way

Diagnoses could be made of individuals with AD pathology years before the first symptoms

Numerous reports documenting lucid moments at the end of life spur Alzheimer’s researchers to explore the phenomenon

Research suggests that the family of hormones has a crucial role in the hippocampus

Evidence suggests that such abnormal electrical activity may occur much earlier than signs of memory loss

Researchers are still optimistic about finding disease-altering medicines—just not anytime soon