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Neuroscience—Methods and Applications

A special issue of International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health (ISSN 1660-4601). This special issue belongs to the section "Global Health".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2023) | Viewed by 4057

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Department of Experimental Medicine, Section of Human Anatomy, Università degli Studi di Genova, 16132 Genoa, Italy
Interests: T lymphocytes; inhibitory checkpoints; neuroimmunology; autoimmunity mechanisms; anatomy education; innovative education
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The “Neuroscience—Methods and Applications” Special Issue will disseminate and communicate scientific knowledge and discoveries of great impact to researchers, academics, clinicians, and the public around the world.

The use of classical and modern techniques and approaches include axonal transport methods to trace connections between brain regions; electron microscopy to achieve a more quantitative understanding of sub-cellular anatomy and connectivity; immunocytochemistry to map protein expression patterns; in situ hybridization to map gene expression patterns; and many other powerful techniques used to examine the organization of the nervous system. “Neuroscience—Methods and Applications” wants to deepen comparative studies between brain regions, and also between health and disease. We encourage studies that employ modern quantitative anatomical techniques in combination with experimental studies, but presentations of descriptive neuroanatomy and theories of neuroanatomical design are also welcome. Image quality and powerful illustrations will be one of the main emphases of modern Neuroanatomy. We also encourage anatomical documents that are supplemented by theoretical studies to better understand the principles of anatomical brain design.

We particularly welcome submissions in the following areas:

  • Neurosciences,
  • Neuroimmunology,
  • Neuroendocrinology,
  • Neuromuscular research.

You may choose our Joint Special Issue in Brain Sciences.

Dr. Daniele Saverino
Guest Editor

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Keywords

  • neuroanatomical approaches
  • molecular biology
  • cell biology
  • cell-cell signaling
  • immune system
  • human neuroanatomy
  • neuroimmunology
  • muscle
  • skeleton
  • neuroimaging

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A Pilot Study of Interactive-Video Games in People with Mild Cognitive Impairment
by Yu-Fang Lin, Megan F. Liu, Mu-Hsing Ho, Yen-Kuang Lin, Yu-Ling Hsiao, Ming-Hsu Wang, Chia-Chi Chang and Jed Montayre
Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 2022, 19(6), 3536; https://0-doi-org.brum.beds.ac.uk/10.3390/ijerph19063536 - 16 Mar 2022
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Early preventive strategies for improving cognitive function are crucial for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Cognitive training exercises may improve cognitive functioning. However, there was limited evidence from training programs that combined cognitive-specific and physical activities, particularly in using interactive video games [...] Read more.
Early preventive strategies for improving cognitive function are crucial for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Cognitive training exercises may improve cognitive functioning. However, there was limited evidence from training programs that combined cognitive-specific and physical activities, particularly in using interactive video games as interventions. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility and effects of the interactive-video games on cognitive function, physical function, mood status and quality of life in community-dwelling people with MCI. A quasi-experimental study was undertaken. Participants in the intervention group received 60 min group-based training program once per week for 12 weeks. A generalised estimating equation (GEE) was used to examine the main effect, interactions and changes in outcomes over time. Sixteen participants completed the trial with eight in the intervention group and eight in the comparison group. The tolerable acceptance rate, perfect attendance rate, high satisfaction with the training content, and no injuries or falls demonstrated the feasibility of this program. The scores of cognitive function increased in both groups and the interaction between time and groups were significant over 12 weeks of training (p < 0.05). As the result, we determined that interactive-video games can be a safe, feasible, enjoyable intervention and user-friendly among people with MCI in community settings. Full article
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