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Research released today reveals new discoveries about the pathology, development, and potential treatments for Alzheimer’s disease. New studies in humans and animal models highlight factors that both contribute to and offer protection from the neurological disorder. The findings were presented at Neuroscience 2016, the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience and the world’s largest source of emerging news about brain science and health.

Studies released today reveal new understanding of autism spectrum disorder, outlining potential causes and mechanisms behind the disease and highlighting novel treatment strategies promoting social behavior. The findings were presented at Neuroscience 2016, the annual meeting of the Society for Neuroscience and the world’s largest source of emerging news about brain science and health.

Advances in technology and increased understanding of the properties of neurons are paving the way for future neuroscience breakthroughs. Researchers are both improving common techniques in efforts to make treatments safer and refine animal models, as well as creating novel ways to stimulate and map the brain.