The neuroplastic brain: current breakthroughs and emerging frontiers DOI Creative Commons
Parisa Gazerani

Brain Research, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 149643 - 149643

Published: April 1, 2025

Language: Английский

Physical activity and neuroplasticity in neurodegenerative disorders: a comprehensive review of exercise interventions, cognitive training, and AI applications DOI Creative Commons

Lamia Ben Ezzdine,

Wissem Dhahbi, Ismail Dergaa

et al.

Frontiers in Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 19

Published: Feb. 28, 2025

This review aimed to elucidate the mechanisms through which (i) physical activity (PA) enhances neuroplasticity and cognitive function in neurodegenerative disorders, (ii) identify specific PA interventions for improving rehabilitation programs. We conducted a literature search PubMed, Medline, Scopus, Web of Science, PsycINFO, covering publications from January 1990 August 2024. The strategy employed key terms related neuroplasticity, exercise, function, personalized activity. Inclusion criteria included original research on relationship between while exclusion eliminated studies focusing solely pharmacological interventions. identified multiple pathways may enhance including releasing neurotrophic factors, modulation neuroinflammation, reduction oxidative stress, enhancement synaptic connectivity neurogenesis. Aerobic exercise was found increase hippocampal volume by 1–2% improve executive scores 5–10% older adults. Resistance training enhanced control memory performance 12–18% elderly individuals. Mind–body exercises, such as yoga tai-chi, improved gray matter density memory-related brain regions 3–5% emotional regulation 15–20%. Dual-task attention processing speed 8–14% individuals with disorders. also discuss potential role AI-based AI preventing rehabilitating illnesses, highlighting innovative approaches patient outcomes. significantly disorders various mechanisms. resistance training, mind–body practices, dual-task exercises each offer unique benefits. Implementing these activities clinical settings can Future should focus creating tailored conditions, incorporating programs optimize rehabilitation.

Language: Английский

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Structural and functional changes in the hippocampus induced by environmental exposures DOI Open Access
Emad Ali Albadawi

Neurosciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 30(1), P. 5 - 19

Published: Jan. 1, 2025

The hippocampus, noted as (HC), plays a crucial role in the processes of learning, memory formation, and spatial navigation. Recent research reveals that this brain region can undergo structural functional changes due to environmental exposures, including stress, noise pollution, sleep deprivation, microgravity. This review synthesizes findings from animal human studies, emphasizing HC's plasticity response these factors. It examines volume, architecture, neurogenesis, synaptic plasticity, gene expression highlights critical periods vulnerability influences impacting cognition behavior. also investigates underlying mechanisms such glucocorticoid signaling, epigenetic alterations, neural circuit adaptations. Understanding how HC reacts various exposures is vital for developing strategies enhance cognitive resilience mitigate negative effects on region. Further needed identify protective risk factors create effective interventions.

Language: Английский

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Bifocal tACS over the primary sensorimotor cortices increases interhemispheric inhibition and improves bimanual dexterity DOI Creative Commons

Brooke Lebihan,

Lauren Mobers,

Shannae Daley

et al.

Cerebral Cortex, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Feb. 3, 2025

Abstract Concurrent application of transcranial alternating current stimulation over distant cortical regions has been shown to modulate functional connectivity between stimulated regions; however, the precise mechanisms remain unclear. Here, we investigated how bifocal applied bilateral primary sensorimotor cortices modulates left and right motor (M1). Using a cross-over sham-controlled triple-blind design, 37 (27 female, age: 18 yrs) healthy participants received (1.0 mA, 20 Hz, min) cortices. Before after stimulation, M1s was assessed using imaginary coherence measured via resting-state electroencephalography interhemispheric inhibition dual-site magnetic protocol. Additionally, manual dexterity Purdue pegboard task. While remained unchanged beta (20 Hz) power decreased during session. Bifocal but not sham strengthened improved bimanual assembly performance. These results suggest that improvement in performance may be explained by modulation inhibition, rather than coupling oscillatory activity. As underlies many clinical symptoms neurological psychiatric disorders, these findings are invaluable developing noninvasive therapeutic interventions target neural networks alleviate symptoms.

Language: Английский

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Decreased impulsiveness and MEG normalization after AI-digital therapy in ADHD children: a RCT DOI Creative Commons

Danylyna Shpakivska Bilan,

Irene Alice Chicchi Giglioli, Pablo Cuesta

et al.

npj Mental Health Research, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 4(1)

Published: Jan. 9, 2025

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) presents with symptoms like impulsiveness, inattention, and hyperactivity, often affecting children's academic social functioning. Non-pharmacological interventions, such as digital cognitive therapy, are emerging complementary treatments for ADHD. The randomized controlled trial explored the impact of an AI-driven program on inattentiveness, neurophysiological markers in 41 children aged 8–12 Participants received either 12 weeks therapy or a placebo intervention. Assessments were conducted pre- post-intervention magnetoencephalography (MEG) analyzed brain activity. Results showed significant reductions impulsiveness inattentiveness scores treatment group, associated normalized MEG spectral profiles, indicating neuromaturation. Notably, improvements inhibitory control correlated profile normalization parieto-temporal cortex. Improvements control, linked to suggest can reduce ADHD by enhancing efficiency. This emphasizes personalized, technology-driven treatment, using assessing efficacy.

Language: Английский

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Unraveling the Enigmatic Potential of the Brain: Exploring Neuroplasticity's Role in Brain Health and Therapy DOI Creative Commons

Pranavi Bandaru,

Mithusan Sivarajah

Undergraduate Research in Natural and Clinical Science and Technology (URNCST) Journal, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 9(1), P. 1 - 6

Published: Jan. 16, 2025

Introduction: Neuroplasticity, a cornerstone of contemporary neuroscience, refers to the brain's intrinsic ability reorganize its structure and function in response experience, learning, environmental stimuli. This dynamic adaptability highlights capacity for growth repair, providing critical insights into mechanisms underpinning neural development, rehabilitation, lifelong cognitive flexibility. History: Spearheaded by notable scientists, concept neuroplasticity rose prominence 20th century, forging novel understanding neuroscience. In 1949, Donald Hebb proposed that neurons activated together during memory recall are bound connect, establishing Hebbian theory laying foundation modern studies. Furthermore, neuroscientist Michael Merzenich advanced neuroplasticity's perpetual nature relation functioning. Fundamental Concepts: Synaptic plasticity cortical remapping neuroplasticity. is synapses strengthen or weaken over time activity, playing crucial role learning processes. Studies suggest synaptic initiating mechanism remapping, which reorganization neuronal connections cerebral cortex. underlies adaptive behaviours observed sensory experiences, specifically optimizing processing better adjust changes Current Research: research investigates cognition, psychiatric neurodegenerative disorders particularly using neuroimaging techniques visualize complex networks. Additionally, avenues investigating invasive methods such as deep brain stimulation (DBS), training hypoxia induction, along with non-invasive transcranial magnetic (TMS), low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFUS) electrical (TES), offer promising therapeutic interventions. Research also focuses on encouraging recreational activities identifying pharmacological remedies, intending develop more effective therapies fewer side effects. Future Implications: Neuroplasticity has far-reaching implications education, clinical therapy, enhancement. However, challenges persist, including deciphering individual variability neuroplastic responses interventions maximize positive outcomes. Addressing these promises unlock new frontiers harnessing improved function, ultimately paving way tailored profiles.

Language: Английский

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A Scoping Review of Corticosterone-Induced Changes in Ionotropic Glutamate Receptor Levels and Localization in the Rodent Brain: Implications for the Auditory System DOI Creative Commons

Elsa Edlund,

Ewa Domarecka, Heidi Olze

et al.

Brain Sciences, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 15(2), P. 110 - 110

Published: Jan. 24, 2025

Background: The ionotropic glutamate receptor AMPA (AMPAR) mediates fast excitatory synaptic transmission and regulates strength in various parts of the CNS. Emotional challenges can affect these processes by influencing AMPAR levels localization via stress hormones, resulting, e.g., behavioral changes. AMPARs are essential for auditory processing, but their response to hormones central or peripheral system remains poorly understood. Therefore, this scoping review examines effects corticosterone (CORT), a primary hormone rodents, on rodent nervous considers potential implications system. Methods: We systematically searched PubMed, Web Science, OVID EMBASE using MeSH terms related receptors corticosterone. Studies were screened based predefined inclusion criteria, including original research published English that focused subunits (e.g., GluR1-4, GluA1-4, Gria1-4). Of 288 articles screened, 17 met criteria final analysis. Results: No reports found regarding CORT action Three main experimental models used included identified: neuronal cultures, isolated tissue animal models. Generally, short-term exposure increases surface mobility especially hippocampus prefrontal cortex. However, results from inconsistent due variations design other factors. study did not provide sufficient data clear conclusions. Conclusions: Variability limits our ability draw definitive conclusions about across different regions differences live studies highlight need standardized methods reporting. Since play crucial role CORT-induced changes cultures may occur Further is needed explore specific responses how influence disorders, which could help identify treatment strategies.

Language: Английский

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Associations of Microbiota and Nutrition with Cognitive Impairment in Diseases DOI Open Access
Ewelina Młynarska, Paulina Jakubowska, Weronika Frąk

et al.

Nutrients, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(20), P. 3570 - 3570

Published: Oct. 21, 2024

Recent research highlights the growing interest in impact of nutrition on cognitive health and function disease, as dietary habits are increasingly recognized crucial factors relation to brain function. This focus is especially important given rising prevalence neurodegenerative diseases decline associated with poor choices. Links now being sought between microbiota gut-brain axis. Mechanisms proposed that include low-grade chronic neuroinflammation, influence short-chain fatty acids, or disruption glial cells transmitters brain.

Language: Английский

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Unravelling neuroregenerative and neuroprotective roles of Wnt/β-catenin pathway in ischemic stroke: Insights into molecular mechanisms DOI

Srikanth Yadava,

Dontiboina Harikrishna Reddy,

Venkata Prasuja Nakka

et al.

Neuroscience, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 1, 2024

Language: Английский

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Comprehensive Analysis of Novel Synergistic Antioxidant Formulations: Insights into Pharmacotechnical, Physical, Chemical, and Antioxidant Properties DOI Creative Commons

Sorinel Marius Neacșu,

Magdalena Mititelu,

Emma Adriana Ozon

et al.

Pharmaceuticals, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 17(6), P. 690 - 690

Published: May 27, 2024

(1) Background: Oxidative stress plays a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of various diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders, cardiovascular cancer, and diabetes, highlighting pressing need for effective antioxidant interventions. (2) Methods: In this study, we aimed to develop characterise two novel formulations, F3 F4, as therapeutic interventions oxidative stress-related conditions. (3) Results: The physicochemical characterisation, preformulation analysis, formulation, preparation filling powders capsules, capsule content evaluation, activity assessment formulations were assessed. These comprise combination well-established antioxidants like quercetin, biotin, coenzyme Q10, resveratrol. Through comprehensive testing, formulations' efficacy, stability, potential synergistic interactions evaluated. (4) Conclusions: findings underscore promising these disorders highlight significance mitigating their progression.

Language: Английский

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Intermittent fasting and neurocognitive disorders: What the evidence shows DOI Creative Commons

J. M. R. Beveridge,

A.M.J. Montgomery,

George T. Grossberg

et al.

The journal of nutrition health & aging, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 29(4), P. 100480 - 100480

Published: Jan. 10, 2025

Language: Английский

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