Disturbed Sleep Tied to Cognitive Problems in Parkinson’s Patients
Disturbed sleep, like that due to sleep apnea, significantly associates with poorer cognition in Parkinson’s disease patients, particularly in…
Articles by Inês Martins, PhD
Hidrox, an Olive Extract, Eased Parkinson’s Symptoms in Mice, Study Finds
Hidrox, a compound extracted from olives, can significantly ease Parkinson’s motor symptoms, reduce alpha synuclein buildup, and slow…
Supporting Brain Cells, Astrocytes Also May Contribute to Parkinson’s Disease, Study Suggests
Astrocytes, the star-shaped cells that provide physical support for neurons in the brain, also appear to contribute to the…
LRRK2 Protein’s 3D Structure Suggests New Way of Treating Parkinson’s
A high-resolution 3D model of the leucine-rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) protein provides some hints as to how this molecule…
Alpha-synuclein in Fluids and Tissues Not a Valid Parkinson’s Biomarker, Study Finds
The total amount of alpha-synuclein in certain fluids and tissues failed to accurately distinguish between people with Parkinson’s…
Brain-derived miRNAs May Aid in Parkinson’s Diagnosis, Study Finds
A group of brain-derived small molecule RNAs that can be measured in the blood may serve as biomarkers to aid…
White Matter Changes in Brain May Be Marker of Apathy in Patients, Study Says
The severity of small vessel disease in the brains of Parkinson’s disease patients is significantly associated with…
Patients’ Diets Need Monitoring for Balance and Levodopa Use, Study Finds
The diets of people with Parkinson’s disease mostly match those of the general population, but a large portion consume inadequate…
Some Dreams Can Predict Long-term Cognitive Decline in Parkinson’s, Study Suggests
The content of dreams, namely dreams with negative emotions, seems to significantly predict long-term cognitive decline in people…
Young Plasma Infusions Safe and Potentially Helpful, Small Trial Finds
Infusions with plasma from young adults is safe and well tolerated in people with moderate Parkinson’s disease, and appear…