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March 28, 2025
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Is Neuroscience well funded?

Is Neuroscience Well Funded? The Urgent Need for Research Support The human brain, with its billions of neurons and complex networks, is one of the most challenging frontiers in scientific exploration. Neuroscience research is essential. It helps us understand and treat a vast spectrum of debilit...

August 8, 2024
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February 26, 2025
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Brain Research Foundation

What is Neurology? Brain Health & Lifesaving Research

The human brain, a marvel of complexity, governs every facet of our existence. Yet, its intricate workings remain a frontier of medical exploration. Neurology, the branch of medicine dedicated to the study and treatment of nervous system disorders, is at the forefront of this exploration. From de...

Understanding Depression in Individuals with Dementia

How to understanding depression in individuals with dementia? Depression often goes unnoticed in individuals with dementia, yet addressing it can significantly improve quality of life. Learn to recognize the signs, understand the causes, and explore effective treatments to support both patients a...

Everything You Need to Know About Depression

What is Depression? Depression is a serious mental health condition that impacts emotions, thoughts, and daily life. Discover the signs, causes, and treatments, and learn how early intervention and support can make recovery possible.

All You Need to Know About Dementia

What is Dementia? Dementia is a progressive condition affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. Learn about its signs, types, causes, and treatments, and explore ways to provide support and reduce risks through lifestyle changes and early interventions.

November 29, 2022
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Brain Research Foundation

2022 Discovery Event

BRF’s 2022 Discovery Event with the Dr. Frederic A. Gibbs Community Service Awardee Martin Nesbitt and a panel discussion on restoring movement and touch to paralysis patients. Brain Research Foundation was founded and merged as a non-profit organization in 1953 by three neurologists: Dr. F...

November 29, 2022
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Restoring Movement and Touch to Paralysis Patients with a Brain-computer Link

A panel at The BRF discusses a clinical trial that will not only help people with paralysis but also possibly those with strokes or ALS. The intention is to expand the fundamental comprehension of the brain and its functioning. This clinical trial encompasses testing people with paralysis using a...

September 1, 2022
Education
Brain Research Foundation

The Importance of Neurological Research in Everyday Life

The brain controls everything we do and think, and we’re only starting to understand how it works. While neurological research may not be as exciting as cutting-edge smartphone technology, it’s absolutely vital to the pursuit of knowledge and treating diseases such as Alzheimer’...

May 4, 2022
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Sandra Jaggi

Brain Research Foundation and the Dementia Society of America team up to support brain health research.

In the process, Jameson learned a lot about the condition and realized a need for more available information. “I really started to dig in and learn about dementia and thought nobody is really telling this story the way I think it needs to be told,” said Jameson, who now serves as the ...

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