nerve cells

How do proteins affect processing of information in brain: Study

A research team revealed that variety of proteins are required to facilitate the process of passing information from one neuron to another.

May 09, 2021, 17:38 PM IST

Doctors successfully treat 24-year-old girl MS patient with bone marrow transplant

Doctors have successfully treated a 24-year-old girl, suffering from Multiple Sclerosis with bone marrow transplant (BMT).

Apr 21, 2017, 00:22 AM IST

Nerve growth protein controls blood sugar, says study

In a development that could potentially lead to new treatments for diabetes, researchers have found that a protein that regulates the development of nerve cells also plays a role in prompting cells in the pancreas to release insulin, a hormone that helps to maintain a normal level of blood sugar.

Nov 16, 2016, 00:37 AM IST

First three months most crucial after one quits smoking

Smoking-related deficits in brain dopamine, a chemical released by neurons to send signals to other nerve cells, return to normal levels three months after quitting, according to a new study.

Jul 31, 2016, 15:40 PM IST

Australian scientists identify way to target neuroblastoma cancer

The research team was able to identify an experimental drug, which was currently in clinical trials for adult cancer, with the potential to interrupt the loop and halt tumour progression, Australia-based Children's Cancer Institute said. 

Nov 05, 2015, 16:43 PM IST

Decoding brain cells' moods may manage alcoholism: Study

These brain cells called Purkinje cells, located in the cerebellum at the base of the brain, are essential for our body's balance.

Oct 07, 2015, 20:43 PM IST