Gut microbiota influences blood-brain barrier permeability “We showed that the presence of the maternal gut microbiota during late pregnancy blocked the passage of labeled antibodies from the circulation into the brain parenchyma of the growing fetus”, says first author Dr…. Read More ›
Blood-brain barrier
Perfluoroalkyl substances, PFASs, are crossing the blood brain barrier of polar bears/ Next up Humans
Contact: Robert Letcher robert.letcher@ec.gc.ca 01-161-329-13563 Aarhus University Environmental toxins enter the brain tissue of polar bears PerFluoroAlkyl Substances (PFASs) and precursor compounds have been used in a wide variety of commercial and industrial products over the past six decades. Applications… Read More ›
Artificial butter flavoring ingredient linked to key Alzheimer’s disease process
Public release date: 1-Aug-2012 A new study raises concern about chronic exposure of workers in industry to a food flavoring ingredient used to produce the distinctive buttery flavor and aroma of microwave popcorn, margarines, snack foods, candy, baked goods, pet… Read More ›
Engineering Evil 