Imperial Department of Brain Sciences
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Department of Brain Sciences @imperialcollege | Part of @ImperialMed | Delivering a unique portfolio of translational research in neuroscience and mental health
London, England
Joined June 2019
New research has shown that Parkinson’s-linked brain regions retain a memory of the pesticide Rotenone. Rotenone is banned in the UK and EU. But in the US and Canada is still used to control fish populations in lakes and reservoirs. @UKDRI👇.
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PARKINSON'S & PESTICIDES - A study reveals cells in key brain regions involved in Parkinson’s retain a ‘memory’ of pesticide exposure that disrupts gene expression.
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Are antidepressant withdrawal symptoms less common than we thought?. The largest review of antidepressant withdrawal studies to date has identified the type and incidence of symptoms experienced. Covered in @newscientist👇.
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Previous estimates have suggested that more than half of people who stop taking antidepressants experience withdrawal symptoms, but now a review of the evidence suggests this isn't the case, at least...
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RT @ImperialMed: New research shows everyday wearables can detect early signs of #ParkinsonsDisease more sensitively than standard clinical….
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TRACKING PD EARLY - Data from smartwatches can detect early brain changes linked to Parkinson’s disease with greater sensitivity than established clinical risk scores.
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This week we were excited to welcome @bbcstudios and @xandvt to @Imperial_PRG. They joined our Dr. Rayyan Zafar (@RayyanZafar6) for a conversation on addiction and the potential of psychedelics in treating gambling addiction.👇
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RT @JenniferNCrow: Thank you for the opportunity to talk on ‘Inclusivity in PPIE and Research’. Such an important area for us to make impro….
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RT @imperialcollege: The review found that those who stop taking antidepressants generally experience, on average, one mild symptom such as….
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No, you probably won’t get hooked on antidepressants - withdrawal symptoms are rare
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RT @imperialcollege: Antidepressant withdrawal symptoms may be less common than previously thought, a 'gold standard' data review has found….
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ANTIDEPRESSANTS - The largest review of ‘gold standard’ antidepressant withdrawal studies to date has identified the type and incidence of symptoms experienced.
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"Right now we don't have compelling evidence to support the clinical use of psychedelics for symptoms after traumatic brain injury." . Dr Neil Graham spoke to @thetimes about the use of psychedelics for injuries.👇.
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The Scottish international was forced into early retirement by injury. When he fell into despair, a healer in Costa Rica and a psychedelic bark came to his aid
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🧠 Two new studies on 200 ex rugby players found no early-onset dementia, but some showed brain changes that may raise long-term risk of developing the disease. The scientists highlighted that the long-term effects of head impacts need further study.👇.
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BRAIN CHANGES - Two new studies have provided further insights into the complex links between head injury in elite rugby and potential dementia risks.
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RT @ImperialMed: Can ketamine help treat #depression? . A study by @ImperialBrains found high-level networks loosened control, and sensory….
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In a new study, scientists watched something strange happen inside the brain after a single dose of ketamine...
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RT @ImperialMed: Suffer from regular nightmares? They may be linked to a higher risk of earlier mortality, a new study finds. Dr @Abidemi_….
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Children and adults with the problem also showed faster biological ageing, which accounted for approximately 40 per cent of the explanation for the increased risk of early death.
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RT @UKDRI: It's a pleasure to welcome a new Group Leader to the UK DRI! 🙌 🎉 🥳 . Prof @PareshMalhotra joins our Care Research & Tech Centre….
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"In the longevity field, there are no magic bullets – but exercise might come as close as it gets to biohacking.". Dr @Kambiz_Alavian speaks shares insights on biohacking and the science behind slowing the aging process.👇.
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NOBODY on Earth has lived to see 150-years-old – but that doesn’t stop people from trying to push the boundaries of ageing. Kayla Barnes-Lentz and her husband spend six figures a year o…
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Can academics truly enjoy a stress-free holiday?. Dr Stefano Sandrone (@stefanosandrone) in @Nature shares a 4-step guide inspired by his italian summers.👇.
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Nature - Three-month summer holidays as a child in northwest Italy helped Stefano Sandrone to hone his relaxation and holiday-planning skills. Here’s his advice for scientists.
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An international study led by researchers from @UniofExeter, @mcgillu and @ImperialBrains has set new guidelines for psychedelic trials. The guidelines aim to set a new global gold standard for clinical trials.👇.
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PSYCHEDELIC GUIDELINES - New psychedelic trial guidelines covering music, lighting, and cultural safety aim to set a global “gold standard” for clinical research.
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🍷Is a glass of wine after work harmless?. Not according to Prof David Nutt (@ProfDavidNutt) who says the safe limit is one large glass of wine per year. "If alcohol were invented today, it would fail safety checks" he tells @thetimes.👇.
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Professor David Nutt, who has often spoken about the harm done by alcohol, said if it was invented today it would not pass safety checks
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At this weekend’s @ExRdFestival, Honorary Research Fellow Dr Fernando Ernesto Rosas De Andraca spoke to @BBCLondonNews about one of science’s greatest mysteries — human consciousness 🧠✨. What makes us aware? And could AI ever be conscious?. Read more👇
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Three scientists will be arguing the point as part of the annual Great Exhibition Road Festival.
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Why are some brain cells more vulnerable to damage than others in Parkinson's Disease? . A study has highlighted a specific mitochondrial mechanism could be a key reason for their vulnerability, and why other cells remain unaffected.👇.
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VULNERABLE NEURONS - The molecular interaction could reveal why some brain cells are more vulnerable than others in Parkinson’s disease.
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RT @F_Geranmayeh: Congratulations to my wonderful student @DragosCGruia for passing his PhD viva today 🥳🎉👏🎊 Thanks to amazing examiners Pr….
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RT @ImperialMed: Dr @Toby_Ellmers from @ImperialBrains spoke to @BBCRadioScot on research which finds there is a strong association between….
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