Rest isn’t an optional pause: Concussion Recovery
Rest after a Traumatic Brain Injury is not just about symptom relief. It’s a vital biological process that allows the brain to repair itself. Without rest...
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Repetition is Not the Answer: The Danger of Multiple Concussions
Underlying Physiology There are many underlying physiological functions involved in concussions. Increased amounts of calcium and sodium ions enter cells in the...
One Hit, a Lifetime of Change: Why Concussions Matter in the Developing Brain
Imagine a child taking a hard fall off a bike or a teenager colliding with another player on the football field. They might feel dizzy, sit out for a bit, and t...
Final Reflection: Integrating Neurochemistry, Liberal Learning, and Responsible Engagement
As I sit down to write my final blog post, I’m struck by how much this class has not only deepened my understanding of brain chemistry but also reinforced the c...
Signaling Pathways in Glioblastoma: A Convergence of Pathways and a Convergence of Hope
Glioblastoma (GBM) is one of the most aggressive and treatment-resistant cancers, with a median survival of just 14 months despite advances in therapy[1]. The r...
Inside the Tumor: The Complex Biology of Glioblastoma
INSIDE THE TUMOR: THE COMPLEX BIOLOGY OF GLIOBLASTOMA Glioblastoma (GBM) is a highly aggressive brain cancer that stems from glial cells, these ce...
Untangling the Deadliest Brain Tumor: Why We Must Care About Glioblastoma Research
Glioblastoma (GBM) is the deadliest form of brain cancer, and despite decades of effort, survival rates have barely improved. While we’ve learned a lot ab...
Cracking the Code of Brain Cancer: How Glioblastoma Outsmarts Us and How We’re Fighting Back
abstract created by Gabe Sparks. Cancer is one of the most recognized and feared diseases in our society. It has been the focus of decades of research, with cou...
Hypothalamic Inflammation: The Brain’s Role in Obesity and Metabolic Disease
Artstract by M. Shercliffe. We’ve all heard it before: obesity is an equation of calories in versus calories out. To lose weight you merely need to eat less and...
Bigger isn’t better: Inflammation Affects on the Brain
Bigger Isn’t Better: Inflammation Affects on The Brain Swelling of the brain might seem like a minor concern when it comes to overall brain health, but in...