Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Vascular contributions to cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID) have high morbidity and mortality, and diabetes is a leading factor for VCID. The signaling mechanisms for diabetes-induced VCID are largely unknown, and the current treatments for VCID are neither very specific n [....] » Read More
Title : A case of vile vindictive primary CNS vasculitis
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
Introduction/Objective: Primary Angiitis of the Central Nervous System (PACNS) is rare and causes inflammation of the small and medium vessels of the brain, leptomeninges and spinal cord. We present a case of PACNS, demonstrate the diagnostic challenges, and appreciate outco [....] » Read More
Title : Alzheimer's disease counteracted by intravenous antioxidants biosupplements administration
Juan Moreira, Centro Neurointegrativo Gnosis, Puerto Rico
Background: Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60% to 70% of cases. (1) Current research indicates that oxidative stress is the principal cause of pathology linked to Alzheimer’s disease. (2-6) Neuronal degeneration in this disorde [....] » Read More
Title : Cervical stenosis-induced chronic cerebrospinal fluid flow restriction as a contributing cause of dementia
Joe Sam Robinson, Mercer University, United States
Statement of the Problem: Obvious CSF flow obstruction is a well-established cause of acute and subacute dementia, as well as a host of other neurological dysfunction processes. Unfortunately, the less-obvious vagaries of CSF production and absorption remain relatively unexplored [....] » Read More
Title : The role of beliefs, perception, and behavioural patterns in the evolution of psychophysical disorders
Ken Ware, NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
In accounts of the development and progression of psychophysical disorders such as Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) and Facioscapulohumeral Muscular Dystrophy (FSHD), the role of beliefs, perceptions, and behavioural patterns has often been overlooked in favour of a geneticall [....] » Read More
Title : Traumatic Spinal Cord Injuries (TSCI) - Are the radiologically based “advances” in the management of the injured spine evidence-based?
W S El Masri, Keele University, United Kingdom
Prior to WWII the majority patients with tSCI died in hospitals. There was however no shortage of Clinicians experimenting with the management of the injured spine. During WWII L. Guttmann (a well-trained aggressive Neurosurgeon) was given the task of looking after injured sol [....] » Read More
Title : Narrative medicine: A communication therapy for the communication disorder of Functional Seizures (FS) [also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)]
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Patients with Functional Seizures (FS) (also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES), have involuntary paroxysmal episodes that resemble epileptic seizures but without organic etiology. Many patients with FS have a history of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse or oth [....] » Read More
Title : Towards solving the hard problem of consciousness: The varieties of brain resonances and the conscious experiences that they support
Stephen Grossberg, Boston University, United States
The hard problem of consciousness is the problem of explaining how we experience qualia or phenomenal experiences, such as seeing, hearing, and feeling, and knowing what they are. To solve this problem, a theory of consciousness needs to link brain to mind by modeling how emergen [....] » Read More
Title : Dietary methanol as a factor in seizures, mood disorders and autism spectrum disorders
Ralph G Walton MD, Northeastern Ohio Medical University, United States
The artificial sweetener aspartame (L-aspartyl L-phenylalanine methyl ester) is a significant dietary source of methanol, a known neuro-toxic agent. Aspartame alone can almost double rat brain phenylalanine levels, while aspartame-carbohydrate combinations can raise brain t [....] » Read More
Title : Improvement of brain function by wasabi component “hexaraphane”
Isao Okunishi, Kinjirushi Co., Ltd, Japan
Hexaraphane (6-methylsulfinylhexyl isothiocyanate; 6-MSITC) is an isothiocyanate present in the rhizomes and roots of Wasabi (Eutrema japonicum (Miq.) Kiudz.). Here we present the results of two clinical trials conducted on healthy subjects and patients with chronic fatigue syndr [....] » Read More
Title : Challenges in translating science into medicine in the field of brain health
Younok Dumortier Shin, OnusBio, United States
From dementia to depression to pain, neurological diseases affect almost everyone at some point in our lives. The medical research has advanced tremendously, thanks to the advanced technologies such as high-resolution imaging systems, genetic diagnostic tools, and high-throughput [....] » Read More
Title : An audit on the assessment and management of osteoporosis in a parkinson’s and related diseases clinic in Australia
Nethmi Nuwanji Amarasekera, Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Osteoporosis is characterised by low bone mineral density and is associated with minimal trauma fractures. Patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and atypical parkinsonian syndromes are at increased risk of falls and should be actively screened and treated for osteoporosis. [....] » Read More
Title : Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation modulates hippocampal glutamate–glutamine levels and brain activation in a rat model of chronic stress
Agata Chudzik, University of Toronto, Canada
Introduction: Transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) has gained attention as a non-invasive, drug-free approach for treating neurological and psychiatric disorders [1]. This preliminary study aimed to assess neurometabolic and brain activation changes following tVNS in an [....] » Read More
Title : A case of acute disseminated encephalomyelitis presenting with catatonia and psychosis in a patient with schizophrenia
Shrihita Ganga, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, United States
Introduction: Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is a rare, immune-mediated inflammatory disorder of the central nervous system (CNS) characterized by multifocal neurological deficits and encephalopathy. Often triggered by infections or vaccinations, ADEM primarily affec [....] » Read More
Title : Validity and reliability of the Japanese behavior rating inventory of executive function-adult version (J-BRIEF-A): Gender differences and age variations in adults
Mako Momoda, Hyogo Institute for Traumatic Stress, Japan
Executive function (EF) refers to higher-order cognitive processes associated with the prefrontal cortex, playing a critical role in goal-directed behavior and daily functioning. The present study aimed to evaluate the reliability and validity of the Japanese version of the Behav [....] » Read More
Title : Neuropathic foot pain: Therapeutic insights from a biomechanical perspective
Tung Liang Lin, Taichung Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan
Neuropathic foot pain is a significant clinical issue, as its persistent and distressing nature severely impacts patients' quality of life. Neuropathic foot pain arises from damage or dysfunction within the somatosensory nervous system, leading to pain that is often dispropor [....] » Read More
Title : Neurosarcoidosis with cranial nerve polyneuropathy: A case report highlighting the potential role of Serial Systemic Immune- Inflammatory Indices (SSIIi)
Robert Beggerow, North Middlesex University Hospital, United Kingdom
Neurosarcoidosis is an uncommon but serious manifestation of systemic sarcoidosis, often posing a diagnostic challenge due to its varied presentation and the absence of definitive testing. This case report outlines a rare presentation of neurosarcoidosis and the comprehensive dia [....] » Read More
Title : Uncommon presentation of spontaneous intracranial hypotension in an older adult: A case complicated by bilateral cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
Zubiar Haque, The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) is a rare condition caused by reduced cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure, often secondary to spontaneous CSF leaks. Although classically presenting with orthostatic headaches, SIH can have atypical manifestations, making diagnosis challe [....] » Read More
Title : Uncommon presentation of spontaneous intracranial hypotension in an older adult: A case complicated by bilateral cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
Ganesh Arunachalam, The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, United Kingdom
Spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH) is a rare condition caused by reduced cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) pressure, often secondary to spontaneous CSF leaks. Although classically presenting with orthostatic headaches, SIH can have atypical manifestations, making diagnosis challe [....] » Read More
Title : When the mind plays tricks: LGI1 encephalitis mimicking psychiatric illness
Akshayaa Kumar Aggarawal, Walsall Manor Hospital, United Kingdom
Background: LGI1 antibody-associated autoimmune encephalitis is a rare condition typically affecting older adults, presenting with seizures, cognitive decline, and behavioural changes. Diagnosis is often delayed due to normal imaging, EEG, and CSF findings. Early recognition [....] » Read More
Title : Differential gene expression analysis reveals NF-kB subunit as a potential biomarker for alcohol use disorder
Archit Sonaje, miRcore, United States
Alcohol Use Disorder is a chronic disease that causes an individual to lose control of their ability to stop drinking, diagnosed by state markers and biomarkers. We analyzed a publicly available RNA-seq dataset comparing patients with Alcohol Dependence (now AUD) to controls. W [....] » Read More
Title : Performance and predictive accuracy of machine learning prognostic models in traumatic spinal cord injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Atta Boateng, Columbia University, United States
Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) is a leading cause of long-term neurological disability, profoundly affecting function and quality of life. Advances in artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning (ML), have enabled prognostic models to estimate recovery, functional [....] » Read More
Title : Antithrombotic strategies for the secondary prevention of ischemic stroke: A systematic review and network meta-analysis
Forough Yazdanian, Harvard Medical School, United States
Background: The optimal antithrombotic regimen for secondary stroke prevention remains debated due to trade-offs between ischemic recurrence and bleeding risk. We conducted a network meta-analysis (NMA) comparing antiplatelets, vitamin K antagonists, and direct oral anticoag [....] » Read More
Title : Narrative medicine applications for neuro-oncology patient identity and quality of life
Robert B Slocum, University of Kentucky HealthCare, United States
Brain cancer and its treatments bring a unique threat to the patient’s identity and quality of life by challenging their essential identity in significant ways, possibly including impaired cognitive skills, loss of memory, reduced coordination, altered feeling states, and l [....] » Read More
Title : Disparities in mortality, hospitalization costs, and length of stay after intracerebral hemorrhage: Cross-sectional analysis of the 2022 U.S. national inpatient sample
Atta Boateng, Columbia University, United States
Intracerebral hemorrhage (ICH) is among the most devastating forms of stroke, carrying high mortality, prolonged hospitalization, and substantial financial burden. Whether disparities in outcomes across racial, insurance, and socioeconomic groups persist in the era of contemporar [....] » Read More
Title : Deep Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for threedimensional (3-D) objects classification using phase-only digital holographic information
Uma Mahesh R N, ATME College of Engineering, India
A deep CNN-based binary classification of three-dimensional (3-D) objects for phase-only digital holographic information has been presented. The 3-D objects considered for the binary classification task are ‘triangle-square’, ‘circle-square’, ‘square [....] » Read More
Title : Rare bismuth-induced neurotoxicity case report
Sriyaa Suresh, University of Virginia, United States
Bismuth encephalopathy is a rare cause of neurological dysfunction that can result in confusion, gait disturbances, myoclonus, and dysarthria. Due to the rarity of this condition, a bismuth toxicology workup is usually not immediately initiated upon presentation of neurological s [....] » Read More
Title : Treatment of chronic muscle spasm and pain with the CMECD procedure
Roger H Coletti, Interventional Health, PA, United States
It has been noted by multiple researchers that there is Spontaneous Electrical Activity (SEA) at painful trigger points. This author has studied chronic muscle spasm and found that SEA is always present and appears to be the cause for the chronic nature of muscle spasm and result [....] » Read More
Title : Digital health narratives in neuro-oncology: evaluating educational quality through NLP-augmented discern analysis
Shweta Kalita, University of Texas Health Center, United States
Background: Online visual health content is a widely used source of medical information, especially in emotionally charged fields like neuro-oncology, where patients and caregivers often turn to digital platforms for accessible education. However, the unregulated nature of such p [....] » Read More
Title : The effects of music tempo on the episodic memory of pre-school children
Kendall Lee, Crystal Springs Uplands School, United States
Musical tempo has not been definitively proven to alter memory such as storage and retrieval (Proverbio et al. 2015; Cournoyer Lemaire et al. 2019; Kwon et al. 2022). Prior studies have shown little research toward the effect of differing music tempos on the storage and retrieval [....] » Read More
Title : Caregiver-reported needs assessment for emerging adults with cerebral palsy
Carlos A Herrero Rivera, Kennedy Krieger Institute, United States
Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common cause of childhood-onset physical disability; it is a group of nonprogressive movement disorders that require coordinated, multidisciplinary care. Adolescents with CP often face significant challenges during the transition from pediatric to [....] » Read More
Title : Assessing the role of neurogenesis in learning & memory following exposure to High Frequency Head Impacts (HF-HI) and Controlled Cortical Impacts (CCI)
Faisal Attiah, Georgetown University, United States
Neurogenesis in the hippocampal dentate gyrus (HDG) is linked to learning and memory and contributes to normal hippocampal function, and TBI has been shown to disrupt the normal process of neurogenesis (Leng & Bonaguidi., 2018).Due to the different TBI models and available, t [....] » Read More
Title : Baseline results of REINTEGRA: A comprehensive rehabilitation program for people with serious mental disorders
Jaime Carmona Huerta, Universidad de Guadalajara CUCS, Mexico
Introduction: Despite the increasing use of comprehensive rehabilitation models for people with severe mental illness (SMI), there are still limitations to their implementation and replicability in a consensual way, particularly in Latin American countries. The REINTEGRA pro [....] » Read More
Title : Effects of probiotic supplementation on behaviour and hippocampal neurometabolites in pregnant rats exposed to chronic stress
Agata Chudzik, University of Toronto, Canada
Introduction: Chronic stress during pregnancy increases the risk of anxiety and adverse outcomes in mothers and offspring [1]. Probiotics may improve mental health and modulate biochemical processes during pregnancy, as supported by clinical and preclinical studies [2– [....] » Read More
Title : Stroke- diagnosis and treatment methods
Shradha Kakde, MGM Medical College, India
Background: Stroke is a major global health burden, representing a leading cause of death and long-term disability. Rapid diagnosis and effective intervention are critical to improving patient outcomes. Objective: This abstract aims to provide an updated overview of current di [....] » Read More
Title : Prognostic significance of vascular endothelial growth factor changes in the acute phase of hemorrhagic strokes
Gulchekhra Usmanova, Tashkent Medical University, Uzbekistan
Background and Aims: Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) plays a crucial role in the regulation of angiogenesis and neurogenesis, particularly in response to cerebral injury. Experimental studies have demonstrated the presence of VEGF in brain tissue surrounding hemorr [....] » Read More
Title : A multiscale systems biology framework integrating ODE-based kinetics and MD-derived structural affinities to model mBDNF–proBDNF-mediated bifurcation dynamics in CNS neurotrophin signaling
Abhay Murthy, Boston University, United States
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a key member of the neurotrophin family, is implicated in the regulation of synaptic plasticity, neuronal differentiation, and long-term survival in the Central Nervous System (CNS). The dualistic signaling pathways mediated by the mature [....] » Read More
Title : A multiscale systems biology framework integrating ODE-based kinetics and MD-derived structural affinities to model mBDNF–proBDNF-mediated bifurcation dynamics in CNS neurotrophin signalling
Ethan Liu, Boston University, United States
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a key member of the neurotrophin family, is implicated in the regulation of synaptic plasticity, neuronal differentiation, and long-term survival in the Central Nervous System (CNS). The dualistic signaling pathways mediated by the mature [....] » Read More
Title : A multiscale systems biology framework integrating ODE-based kinetics and MD-derived structural affinities to model mBDNF–proBDNF-mediated bifurcation dynamics in CNS neurotrophin signaling
Krishna Moorjani, Boston University, United States
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a key member of the neurotrophin family, is implicated in the regulation of synaptic plasticity, neuronal differentiation, and long-term survival in the Central Nervous System (CNS). The dualistic signaling pathways mediated by the mature [....] » Read More
Title : A multiscale systems biology framework integrating ODE-based kinetics and MD-derived structural affinities to model mBDNF–proBDNF-mediated bifurcation dynamics in CNS neurotrophin signaling
Arpit Ramani, Wheeler Magnet High School, United States
Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), a key member of the neurotrophin family, is implicated in the regulation of synaptic plasticity, neuronal differentiation, and long-term survival in the Central Nervous System (CNS). The dualistic signaling pathways mediated by the mature [....] » Read More
Title : Using speech acoustics as biomarkers in the early detection of early-onset parkinson’s disease
Akhil Medikonda, Dublin Jerome High School, United States
Early-Onset Parkinson’s Disease (EOPD) is a neurodegenerative disorder caused by the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra. Over 500,000 individuals in the U.S. have been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, but the actual number, including und [....] » Read More
Title : TCD HITS and infective endocarditis: Illustrative case report and series
Alexis Angelette, NYP-Weill Cornell, United States
Introduction: Infective endocarditis (IE) has a high risk of neurovascular complications, including ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke from septic emboli, and mycotic aneurysms. Treatment of this condition requires antibiotics and often valve replacement surgery, however the op [....] » Read More
Title : Racial disparities in access to deep brain stimulation surgery
Bryn Taylor, University of Florida, United States
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery is an elective surgery offered to Parkinson disease (PD) patients who meet certain symptom criteria. Despite the success of DBS and increasing use, racial disparities in utilization are prevalent [1, 2]. To date, no study has carefully examine [....] » Read More
Title : A systematic review and meta-analysis on the effect of metformin on glioblastoma multiforme
Daniel Gonzales Portillo, Nova Southeastern University, United States
Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is a highly aggressive disease with a poor prognosis for most of the patients. The costs of care can overwhelm these patients at times where work is difficult, so there is a need to evaluate affordable alternatives. There exists a body of literature [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of different video features for long term memory
Diane Kim, Westwood High School, United States
As the world is shifting more towards relying on technology and the internet, videos are being more commonly used for information intake. This study aims to identify the features of video that can improve content retention, which may contribute to the development of more effectiv [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of different video features for long term memory
Noelle Lim, Valley Christian School, United States
As the world is shifting more towards relying on technology and the internet, videos are being more commonly used for information intake. This study aims to identify the features of video that can improve content retention, which may contribute to the development of more effectiv [....] » Read More
Title : The impact of different video features for long term memory
Seoyun Yuna Chong, Archbishop Mitty High School, United States
As the world is shifting more towards relying on technology and the internet, videos are being more commonly used for information intake. This study aims to identify the features of video that can improve content retention, which may contribute to the development of more effectiv [....] » Read More
Title : The use of cephalexin to inhibit alpha-synuclein aggregation: A new paradigm in parkinson's disease
Divya Jayam, The Wheatley School, United States
Introduction: Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is characterized by the degeneration of dopaminergic neurons due to the aggregation of a protein named α-Synuclein in the substantia nigra region of the brain. Current therapies for PD do not address this pathology. This paper pr [....] » Read More
Title : Mutation-driven multi-model ensemble learning framework for glioma subtype classification
Isabella Shen, Archbishop Mitty High School, United States
Gliomas are tumors originating from glial cells that support and protect neurons in the nervous system but can become malignant and quickly invade healthy brain tissue. Glioma subtypes have varying growth rates and respond differently to treatment options. Early identification of [....] » Read More