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Peptide delivered by nasal spray can reduce seizure activity
A novel peptide augments the brain’s natural mechanism to help prevent seizures and protect neurons in research models of both Alzheimer’s and epilepsy.
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Molecules from resin combat epileptic seizures in pre-clinical studies
Drug molecules from pine and spruce trees can affect certain ion channels and had antiseizure effects in pre-clinical studies.
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Single-nucleus transcriptomics reveals novel epilepsy targets
Study reveals which neurons are most affected by epilepsy, presenting novel targets for seizure drug discovery and development.
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‘Hidden pocket’ could be targeted to treat strokes
Researchers have identified a tiny hidden pocket on the NMDA receptor that could be targeted to treat strokes and seizures...
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Specific set of nerve cells controls seizures’ spread through brain
Experimental activation of a small set of nerve cells in the brain prevents convulsive seizures in a mouse model of temporal lobe epilepsy.
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New compounds could prevent epilepsy
22 July 2016 | By Niamh Louise Marriott, Digital Content Producer
Researchers have developed compounds that may prevent the development of epilepsy. In a new study, scientists found that these compounds prevented seizures and their damaging effects...