Neurochemists explore the chemical processes that occur in the brain, focusing on how neurotransmitters, hormones, and other chemicals influence brain function and behavior. They investigate how these chemicals are synthesized, released, and regulated within the nervous system, examining their roles in mood regulation, cognition, and motor control. Neurochemistry plays a critical role in understanding disorders such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and Parkinson's disease, all of which involve imbalances in brain chemistry. Neurochemists also study how drugs, both therapeutic and recreational, affect the brain’s chemical environment and contribute to neurological and psychiatric conditions. Their research provides valuable insights into developing more effective medications, targeting specific neurotransmitter systems to treat conditions like epilepsy, bipolar disorder, and addiction. Furthermore, neurochemists study the molecular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's, where protein misfolding and deposition contribute to cognitive decline. Their work in neurochemical signaling and receptor function has significant implications for drug development, as they aim to create more selective, personalized treatments with fewer side effects. Additionally, neurochemists are involved in studying the impact of diet and lifestyle on brain chemistry, which can influence brain aging, cognitive decline, and overall mental health.
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
Title : Atypical presentation of Juvenile myoclonic epilepsy in a 16-year-old female: A case report
George Diaz, Memorial Healthcare Systems, United States
Title : Triple-network dysfunction, ME/CFS, and the NeuroPhysics Treatment Process “A dynamical systems perspective on psychophysical organization and environmental interaction”
Ken Ware, NeuroPhysics Therapy Institute and Research Centre, Australia
Title : In silico in vitro and in vivo study of geraniol role in Alzheimer's disease
Bhuvanesh Baniya, Mohanlal Sukhadia University, India
Title : Prince transform: a wave-mechanical framework for real-time EEG analysis and early seizure prediction using chirp and drift detection
Mustafa A Khan, Sevaro Health Inc., United States
Title : Gut-brain axis in autism spectrum disorder: MicroRNAs as a critical mediator of pathogenesis
Rahem Rahmati, Shahrekord University of Medical Sciences, Iran (Islamic Republic of)