Two enzymes in brain cells are responsible for mediating the toxic effects of certain fat molecules in multiple sclerosis…
Articles by Marisa Wexler, MS
A ketogenic diet — a very low-carbohydrate, high-fat eating plan called a keto diet for short — was able…
A mesenchymal stem cell therapy led to significant improvements in quality-of-life scores for people with multiple sclerosis (MS) in…
A new technology is designed to be a “wearable” device for neurons, wrapping around individual nerve fibers with a goal…
The European Commission (EC) fined Teva Pharmaceuticals €462.6 million — more that $502 million — after an investigation…
Developing a more comprehensive understanding of the interactions between the brain, blood vessels, and the immune system holds great promise…
Increased production of cholesterol by stem cells in the brain contributes to neurological damage in multiple sclerosis (MS), according…
Abnormal activity of ancient viral genes may play a role in the development of multiple sclerosis (MS) and other…
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have multiple comorbidities, or co-occurring health problems, are more likely to experience disease…
Treatment with modafinil, a medication used to reduce excessive sleepiness, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can both provide clinically meaningful…
A specific epigenetic marker, or a chemical modification in DNA that alters gene activity, may explain why adult oligodendrocyte progenitor…
People with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) who drink low to moderate amounts of alcohol have significantly less disability progression…
People with multiple sclerosis show subtle alterations in gut bacteria that seem to be consistent across populations in the…
PIPE-307, an experimental oral therapy that’s currently in Phase 2 testing for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), was shown to…
A machine learning algorithm may be able to accurately predict whether or not people with multiple sclerosis (MS) will…
Blocking the activity of a protein called connexin 43 (Cx43) may be an effective strategy to treat multiple sclerosis…
Tiziana Life Sciences has received fast track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its intranasal…
Inflammation outside of the brain and spinal cord, which can be caused by infections like the common cold, flu, or…
Using machine learning to analyze eye scans can help detect slight changes that may be early signs of multiple…
Using a newly developed molecular analysis, a research team has discovered previously unknown subsets of immune cells and genes that…
A panel of 20 proteins in blood may be used to quantify disease activity, namely relapses and lesions, in people…
When given a specific set of chemical cues, immune cells called neutrophils are able to take on healing abilities that…
People with multiple sclerosis (MS) who have cognitive impairment tend to report worse mental and physical quality of life…
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke has awarded a $2.9 million, five-year grant to a research project that…
Dormant Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) becomes activated during periods of disease relapse in multiple sclerosis (MS) and triggers inflammatory…
Understanding how exercise benefits people with multiple sclerosis (MS) is the aim of a trio of U.S. scientists who…
Scientists in Iran have discovered a new way to convert astrocytes — star-shaped brain cells that support nerve function —…
Microscopic connections between brain cells vary based on biological sex, according to a new study that used machine learning to…
Cionic is rolling out an update for the software that powers its Neural Sleeve, a wearable device — worn…
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society has awarded Inflectis BioScience a grant valued at $649,601 to advance…