Epigenomic “map” helps predict nerve cells’ ability to regenerate after injury
An Imperial-led study has provided new insights into the biological processes which determine nerve cells’ ability to regenerate after injury.
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Obituary: Professor Jackie de Belleroche PhD, DS 1945-2019
Professors Vasso Episkopou and Steve Gentleman pay tribute to the late Professor Jackie de Belleroche, who died after a short illness on 3 July 2019.
Baby brain scan library could help push forward research
Hundreds of MRI scans of babies’ brains have been made available online to scientists to study how the brain develops.
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UK urged to lead brain-machine interface technology by Imperial-led report
A Royal Society report, led by Imperial experts, has urged the UK Government to take the lead on tech that merges brain, body and machine.
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TB meningitis kills and damages nerve cells in brain through ‘overstimulation’
Study reveals how tuberculous meningitis (TBM) damages the nervous system along similar lines as chronic brain conditions such as Alzheimer’s.
Protein tangles linked with dementia seen after single head injury
Scientists have visualised for the first time protein ‘tangles’ associated with dementia in patients who have suffered a single head injury.
White matter affects how people respond to brain stimulation therapy
Tiny changes in the microscopic structure of the human brain may affect how patients respond to an emerging therapy for neurological problems.
Celebrating ten years of brain tumour research excellence at Imperial
The John Fulcher Molecular Neuro-Oncology Lab has established itself as an international centre of excellence for brain tumour research.
In pictures: How the technology of 2039 could reshape human needs
Academics explored how the technology of the future could reshape our physical and emotional needs last month at Tech Foresight 2039.
Science of microdosing psychedelics 'remains patchy and anecdotal', says review
The practice of taking small, regular doses of psychedelic drugs to enhance mood, creativity, or productivity lacks robust scientific evidence.
