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Neuroscience Institute

The Neuroscience Institute at the University of Sheffield brings together leading experts in medicine, science and engineering to better understand the nervous system and tackle the biggest challenges in neuroscience.

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White matter pathways of the human brain revealed by diffusion tensor imaging
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Sensory and developmental 

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Neuron cells system - 3d rendered image of Neuron cell network on black background. Hologram view interconnected neurons cells with electrical pulses. Conceptual medical image. Glowing synapse. Healthcare concept.
The disease affects motor neurons in the brain and spinal cord and progressively affects the ability to walk, talk, eat and breathe
10 July 2020

Encouraging early study for investigational drug in people with motor neurone disease

The University of Sheffield with Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only site in the UK to have participated in an international clinical trial for an investigational drug in people with a form of motor neurone disease (MND)
Artificial intelligence brain in network
28 July 2020

Artificial intelligence could speed up and improve Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Artificial intelligence (AI) could help to diagnose Alzheimer’s faster and improve patient prognosis, a new study has revealed.
Neuron cells system - 3d rendered image of Neuron cell network on black background
8 July 2020

New insights from first clinical trial of potential treatment for motor neurone disease

Results from a randomised clinical trial have shown that a potential new treatment can help control the immune response of patients with motor neurone disease (MND), which could reduce further damage in the brain and spinal cord.
Human brain and waves, conceptual computer artwork.
30 June 2020

Scientists identify how the brain regulates its own signalling

Researchers from the University of Sheffield have furthered our understanding of brain function by revealing how stable levels of neuronal signalling are maintained in fruit flies.

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