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'Sundowning’ and ‘Inflammaging'

UVA discoveries increase understanding of Alzheimer’s and age-related diseases.

Josh Barney

Research in Motion: Harald Sontheimer, PhD - Research - Medicine in Motion News

Research in Motion: Harald Sontheimer, PhD

I study glial cells called astrocytes, the brain support cells that provide nourishment to neurons that regulate blood flow in the brain and help to form a protective barrier that prevents pathogens and toxic molecules from entering the brain. — Ha...

Medicine in Motion News

Study: Repeated Blast Exposure Increases Brain Inflammation

Study: Repeated Blast Exposure Increases Brain Inflammation

Repeated explosion exposure may lead to long-term brain diseases, UVA researchers and their colleagues say.

UVA Today

‘Inside UVA’: From Jersey Shore Lifeguard to UVA Neuroscientist

‘Inside UVA’: From Jersey Shore Lifeguard to UVA Neuroscientist

Dr. John Lukens is on the track to mitigating or curing diseases like Alzheimer’s. Hear about it in this week’s podcast.

UVA Today

The Way to Better Mental Health May Go Through Your Stomach

The Way to Better Mental Health May Go Through Your Stomach

UVA researchers say bacteria in fermented foods can ward off depression and anxiety.

UVA Today