Axonal defects linked to rare form of Parkinson's disease

A genetic mutation linked to Parkinson's disease produced abnormalities in a subset of nerve cells, offering a clue about the disease's causes, according to a new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy ...

Imaging nerves during surgery without turning down the lights

Avoiding accidental nerve damage is an important concern in many surgical procedures. Nerves can be difficult to distinguish from surrounding tissue, particularly in complex anatomical regions. Fluorescence-guided surgery ...

Coffee appears to change how the gut functions

If you drink coffee regularly, it appears to alter not only your gut bacteria but also the physiology of the gut itself. That is the conclusion of a study from the University of Copenhagen, which may help point the way toward ...

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