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BDNFThis page focuses on research related to the role that BDNF plays in the HD brain. |
Research focusing on the formation of aggregates caused by HD
Research related HD and it's general affect on the brain
Learn more about the clinical trial process, trials that have been conducted and those that are underway.
Research related to drugs and supplements that may delay onset and slow progression of Huntington's Disease.
Research focusing on gene therapy.
Research focusing on gene transcription.
General research related to HD
Research studying the genetics of Huntington's Disease
Research studying the Immune System and it's effect on the progression of HD
Research studying the brain tissue and research related to stem cells
29 Dec 2007
Lack of BDNF and overeating
A loss of BDNF in adult mice leads to overeating and obesity. 7 Oct 2007
Boosting BDNF by Listening to Music
Normal mice exposed to music have an increase in BDNF in the hippocampus. 7 Oct 2007
BDNF, fragile X syndrome, and memory
Researchers restored the capacity to retain new memories in fragile X syndrome mice by infusing BDNF to the hippocampus region. 23 Sep 2007
Neurogenesis in HD mice prolongs life
In a landmark study, researchers administered BDNF and noggin and induced neurogenesis and prolonged life in the R6/2 mice. 28 Jun 2007
Low BDNF levels in serum of HD patients.
Lowered BDNF levels in HD patients can be measured through blood tests and could serve as a biomarker.
24 Jun 2007
Toward a treatment of cognitive/behavioral symptoms with BDNF
Mac Casale, Ph.D. reviews a poster presentation on a research study involving BDNF.
9 Sep 2006
Ampakines and HD
Ampakines may become a treatment for HD in the next few years.
11 May 2006
Trophic Factors Generate Functioning New Neurons for Brain Repair
Research into using the brain's own 'hibernating' neural stem cells to repair brain damage advances in animal models.
10 Apr 2006
BDNF Influences the Time of Onset and Severity of Motor Problems in Huntington’s
Lower levels of BDNF in a mouse model were associated with earlier and more severe motor dysfunction. ...
13 Dec 2005
Neurotrophins to the Rescue
Neurotrophins are candidates for treatment in Huntington's Disease. ... All Updates for BDNF |
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