A popular hypothesis for how the brain clears molecular waste, which may help explain why sleep feels refreshing, is a ...

Maintaining healthy blood flow to the brain is important for its function, as the brain is a highly active organ which requires a huge amount of energy. Blood vessels are equipped with processes that ...

In the newest episode of Inside the Lab, visit Prof. Issam Awad and learn about his team's mission: to prevent strokes before ...

In the brain, not all blood flow is created equal. RIKEN researchers have developed a detailed cortical layer map of the blood vessels that weave through the brain of macaque monkeys. It reveals ...

Scientists have discovered a potential new stroke treatment in a preclinical study by the University of Iowa. In Scotland, approximately 15,000 people have a stroke each year, and it's the third most ...

Even though mini-stroke symptoms go away, they should never be ignored. Common symptoms include: If you or someone else experiences these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention, even if they ...

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis report they have found a way around that problem by targeting the network of vessels ... through the blood-brain barrier ...