Neuroscience Resources

[Sam Staples]

What resources have proven incredibly helpful in your research? Share those resources with the Community. 

[Hugo Sanchez-Castillo]

This is the month of my birthday!!!!... That wasn't the question, right?...  Focus.... We are living in an all-connected world, which means that we are able to obtain information almost immediately; however, much of that information (papers, protocols, etc.) cost money... That's no good. Because of that, I believe open access is one of the most helpful resources for research. As a behavioral pharmacologist, I love to know about drugs, receptors, neurotransmitters, and their classification. In this case, there is the "NC-IUPHAR," which is the Nomenclature and Standards Committee of the International Union of Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. In their site, we can find the nomenclature of the receptor depending on their affinity, specific drugs, new discoveries, and updates... I LOVE IT!!!! 

 

https://www.guidetopharmacology.org/nciuphar.jsp

 

[Daisy Gallardo]

Luckily, for Alzheimer's research, we have an abundance of resources. The one I utilize the most is Alzforum ( https://www.alzforum.org/). They post articles summarizing some of the latest findings in the AD field and facilitate scientific discussion. As a PhD student, it has been incredibly helpful to read about the thoughts and opinions of senior researchers in the field. Another helpful resource has been the Alzheimer's Orange County website and newsletter (https://www.alzoc.org/). I find their webinars incredibly useful for furthering my knowledge of the translational side of AD research. An example of a webinar they host is, "Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias."

[valeria muoio]

For my practice, I predominantly consult two websites. The first is ClinicalTrials.gov, a platform that provides information about ongoing clinical trials. This resource is valuable for identifying emerging areas of research, including, but not limited to, brain tumors and neurosciences, as well as other neurological conditions. From this information, I can identify gaps in research and opportunities for further investigation, as well as understand the current state of research and therapeutic approaches.

The second relevant website is that of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS). This website offers a wide range of webinars and classes led by international experts, covering crucial topics not only in neurosurgery but also in neurology and neurosciences in general. These resources are essential to update and deepen my knowledge of current advances and discussions in the respective areas.

 

 

 

[Japhet Kineze]

It's been fascinating ever since I turned on notifications for the neuroscience news app. Now, I regularly receive updates on the latest research in neuroscience, particularly regarding Alzheimer's disease (AD). Many ongoing studies I've read about have the potential to become successful products that could significantly improve the lives of people suffering from AD.

The research that I find most intriguing is a study by the Emory Goizueta Brain Health Institute (GBHI) that has uncovered critical differences in biomarkers, advocating for more inclusive Alzheimer's diagnostics. Volunteers from African American communities have provided invaluable data, including brain scans, blood samples, and cerebrospinal fluid, which will significantly advance research. The potential for this research to lead to earlier detection of AD through the identification of early markers is truly exciting.

In breakthrough Alzheimer’s discovery, Emory research team finds new targets and biomarkers for potential novel therapies

Study uncovers critical biomarker differences, advocates for more inclusive Alzheimer's diagnostics (medicalxpress.com)