The cerebellum, historically linked only to motor control, is now recognized as a vital hub for executive function, emotion, and social cognition. Through ...

A new study upends movement disorder research, proving Purkinje cells are a poor biomarker for deep cerebellar nuclei.

Analysis of brain recordings revealed little correlation between two key cerebellar cell types, prompting a reassessment of ...

Researchers at Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute find activity in more easily accessible Purkinje cells in ...

A new finding by a Virginia Tech neuroscientist at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC is challenging the way investigators study chronic neurological disorders such as dystonia, ataxia, ...

An irresistible urge to move the legs or other areas, often accompanied by unpleasant sensations at night or during rest: Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) affects millions of people worldwide. Despite ...

Researchers use zebrafish models to discover that the RLS risk gene MEIS1 regulates Purkinje cell survival and motor control.

People often worry about their brains aging, focusing only on the cerebrum related to memory and dementia. However, the ...

Explore the latest medical news and research findings related to Aphasia. This page aggregates current publications and studies from trusted medical sources.

Scientists have shown that the stride length of the front legs (but not the hind legs) of senior and geriatric dogs decreases ...

As newborn neurons make their way through the developing brain, they must squeeze through incredibly tight spaces to reach their final destinations. Researchers discovered that this physical journey ...