Recent Research

A recent study has shed light on a specific genetic condition linked to the POLR3B gene, which plays a crucial role in the synthesis of small non-coding RNAs in our cells. Variants—or changes—in this gene have already been connected to a type of inherited disorder known as hypomyelinating leukodystrophy, which affects the brain’s white matter.

A recent study dives into the world of epilepsy surgery, particularly focusing on older adults aged 60 and above. This is an important area of research because we know that managing epilepsy in older patients can be tricky, especially considering the various health issues or comorbidities they may have. The researchers looked at 94 older adults who underwent a specific type of surgery called resective epilepsy surgery (RES) between 2000 and 2021. Over an average follow-up period of about 3.5 years, they found that nearly 57% of these patients were seizure-free after the surgery.

Imagine you’re a patient with a rare type of epilepsy, grappling with unpredictable seizures and unsure which treatment might work best for you. A recent study dives into a unique type of research called N-of-1 trials, which are basically personalized experiments designed to test the effectiveness of treatments on an individual level. These trials have become increasingly important, especially for conditions like epilepsy that don’t fit neatly into traditional clinical trials due to their rarity.

Researchers have been working on understanding the risk of developing epilepsy after a stroke, particularly focusing on a tool called the SeLECT 2.0 score. This score is designed to help predict whether a person who has suffered an ischemic stroke—where blood supply to the brain is blocked—might face seizures later on.

Recent research has shed light on the factors influencing late-onset epilepsy, a condition that can arise later in life, often without clear medical causes like stroke or dementia. The study focused on individuals aged 45 and older from the Offspring Cohort of the Framingham Heart Study, examining how cognitive performance and brain imaging might predict the risk of developing epilepsy in this age group.

A recent study has made some exciting advancements in understanding and potentially controlling epilepsy, which is characterized by seizures caused by abnormal electrical activity in the brain. Researchers focused on the role of neurons—specifically, how their collective activity can lead to seizures. They explored a technique called optogenetics, which allows scientists to control neurons using…

A recent study from Scandinavia aimed to explore the potential link between high-dose folic acid supplementation and cancer risk in women who have given birth, particularly focusing on those with epilepsy. Folic acid is often recommended for pregnant women because it helps prevent neural tube defects in developing babies. However, previous research suggested that high doses might be linked to an increased cancer risk in children born to mothers with epilepsy, raising new concerns for women taking these supplements.

In the world of epilepsy diagnosis, detecting interictal epileptiform discharges (IEDs) through electroencephalography (EEG) is crucial, but can be quite challenging. A recent study explored how a deep learning model, designed to automate this detection process, stacks up against the assessments made by experienced clinical experts.

In a fascinating review of potential biomarkers for post-traumatic epilepsy (PTE), researchers dove into the complexities of brain injuries, specifically focusing on individuals who have suffered moderate to severe traumatic brain injury (TBI).