Brain clues
Molecular causes of rare neurological condition in children revealed
A new study has identified the molecular defects underlying a complex developmental brain condition in children.
Stories tagged with 'brain'
News in Brief
Bendy X-rays and DMT infusions: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Memory loss
Surgery-free brain stimulation could provide new treatment for dementia
A new form of deep brain stimulation offers hope for an alternative treatment option for dementia, without the need for surgery.
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Podcast: Bedtime rituals, recycling clothes and data bias in AI
In this edition: How getting ready for bed is hard-wired, how clothing dyes can be recycled, and what we can do about data bias in AI.
Imaging Insight
Brain imaging tool falls short for human tissue
A common research tool used to measure brain inflammation and test new dementia drugs may not be as helpful as scientists had hoped.
Alzheimer’s awareness
Imperial’s Alzheimer’s research impact
To mark World Alzheimer’s Day, we explore how Imperial College London is advancing our knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Treating Brain cancer
9 year-old Lizzie Inspires £1.5m Search for New Brain Tumour Treatments
Nine-year-old Lizzie Bramall who tragically passed away due to an aggressive brain tumour, has left behind a legacy that’s inspiring £1.5M grant.
Brain tumour drug quests
£1.5m ‘Quest for Cures’ grant to tackle aggressive brain tumours
An Imperial team engineering new techniques in cancer immunotherapy has been awarded £1.5m over five years.
Mind games
Cogitat partnered with NHS to bring its neurotechnology to stroke patients
Brain-computer interface startup Cogitat has begun early clinical research into the use of its technology to aid stroke rehabilitation.
Improving air quality
Celebrating 30 years of world-leading air pollution research
To celebrate their 30th anniversary, the Environmental Research Group held a symposium discussing how their pollution research has evolved over time.
