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Precision targeting of the centromedian nucleus in drug-resistant epilepsy highlighted in brain network disorders

Brain Network Disorders Editorial Office
Peer-Reviewed Publication

One-third of epilepsy patients are resistant to medication. Deep brain stimulation of the centromedian nucleus (CM) is a promising treatment. However, accurately targeting the CM is challenging. This study explores new techniques like MP2RAGE imaging, diffusion tensor imaging, intraoperative microelectrode recordings, and connectivity mapping, which improve CM localization and electrode placement. This multimodal approach enhances electrode placement precision and seizure control, opening new treatment avenues for drug-resistant generalized and frontal lobe epilepsy.

Journal: Brain Network Disorders

New Chair at ESMT Berlin: Henry Sauermann appointed TEAM GLOBAL Chair for Disruptive Innovation

ESMT Berlin
Business Announcement

The endowed chair was established through the support of TEAM GLOBAL, the technology holding founded by Berlin-based entrepreneur Lukasz Gadowski. With the appointment of Henry Sauermann, an internationally renowned scholar takes on a key role at the intersection of technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Nuclear receptors as targets in brain cancer therapy

Chinese Medical Journals Publishing House Co., Ltd.
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Brain cancer remains one of the deadliest cancers, with limited treatment options and poor outcomes. In this review, researchers explore how nuclear receptors (NRs) influence brain tumor growth, invasion, and treatment resistance. The article details specific roles of different NRs and discusses how targeting them with drugs could improve therapy. These findings offer a promising direction for developing more precise, effective treatments against this highly aggressive and treatment-resistant cancer type.

Journal: Chinese Medical Journal

How deep learning is accelerating multiscale design of porous electrodes for flow cells

Science China Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the Southern University of Science and Technology have developed a novel deep learning neural network, Electrode Net. By introducing signed distance fields and three-dimensional convolutional neural networks, this method can significantly accelerate electrode design while maintaining high accuracy. It is widely applicable to fuel cells, water electrolyzers, flow batteries, etc.

Journal: Science Bulletin

Stem cells repair mouse brains post-stroke

University of Zurich
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Stem cell transplantation can reverse stroke damage, researchers at the University of Zurich report. Its beneficial effects include regeneration of neurons and restoration of motor functions, marking a milestone in the treatment of brain disorders.

Journal: Nature Communications

Wheat: Extreme dwarfism impairs gluten composition and baking quality

Leibniz-Institut für Lebensmittel-Systembiologie an der TU München
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Wheat is one of the world's most important staple foods, especially in the form of bread. A joint study by the Leibniz Institute for Food Systems Biology at the Technical University of Munich (LSB) and the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research (IPK) now shows that extremely dwarf wheat has a less favorable gluten composition than semi-dwarf, dwarf, or tall wild type wheat, and therefore produces flour with poorer baking properties.

Journal: Food Science & Nutrition
Funder: This study was supported by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation (Dr. Matías Schierenbeck) and by core funding from the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research. Open access funding was enabled and organized by Project DEAL.

Researchers analyse future European energy demand for battery cell production

University of Münster
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A team led by Prof Simon Lux (University of Münster and Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production, Germany) has analysed the future energy demand associated with the EU's goal of strengthening local battery supply chains in Europe. According to their projections, Europe will have to generate significant amounts of energy for local battery cell production.

Journal: Energy & Environmental Science
Funder: Ministry of Economic Affairs, Industry, Climate Action and Energy of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia (Germany), Federal State of North Rhine-Westphalia