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February 12, 2015
Hazy definition may hamper catatonia care
Catatonia, a syndrome characterized by muscular rigidity and a trance-like mental stupor, can at times manifest with great excitement and confusion. And while it is often associated with schizophrenia, it can present in patients with either medical or psychiatric conditions. For this reason, the condition has often confused clinicians. -
January 23, 2015
New view of dopamine heteromers
Although heteromeric dopamine receptors composed of both D1 and D2 subunits have been proposed to play a role in depression and schizophrenia, recent studies suggest these heteromers do not exist. -
January 8, 2015
Curcumin’s ability to fight Alzheimer’s studied
One of the most promising new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease may already be in your kitchen. Curcumin, a natural product found in the spice turmeric, has been used by many Asian cultures for centuries, and a new study indicates a close chemical analog of curcumin has properties that may make it useful as a treatment for the brain disease. -
December 18, 2014
Family’s gift bolsters schizophrenia research, treatment
A “transformational” $6.4 million gift from Dallas couple Donald Test Jr., and his wife, Charlotte, who have a very personal connection to the devastating disease of schizophrenia, is supporting Vanderbilt Department of Psychiatry research and treatment into schizophrenia and related disorders. -
November 20, 2014
New protocol for young brain injury patients shows success
A new protocol put into place more than a year ago at Monroe Carrell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt is showing early signs of improving outcomes for patients with traumatic brain injuries. -
November 6, 2014
Optogenetics sheds new light on brain’s behavior modulators
A new light-based technology is allowing scientists to peer deep into the brain and alter animal behavior with the “flip of a switch.” -
October 20, 2014
New faculty: Dugan explores complexities of Alzheimer’s
Laura Dugan strives to bring breakthroughs in neuroscience research and the aging brain together.