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Rationale: Cortical hyperexcitability has been identified to be a potential driver of ALS pathology leading to excitotoxicity and degeneration of upper motor neurons (UMNs)in the primary motor cortex (M1) and the subsequent degeneration of lower motor neurons (LMNs) in the spinal cord.

Almost all amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is accompanied by neuronal cytoplasmic aggregates of TAR DNA-binding protein-43 (TDP-43).

Bulbar disease, which affects speech and swallowing functions, is considered to be one of the most debilitating aspects of ALS by patients.

Two-thirds of individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease are women.

Nutrition and diet are factors in life that contribute drastically to a person’s brain health, and overall quality of life, and high-fat diets can be considered a cause of many harmful physical and cognitive conditions.

The exploration versus exploitation (E&E) decision making trade-off is something we experience every day.

Individuals who engage on social media often disclose a personal dementia diagnosis or identify as a caregiver, yet little is known about the impact of that disclosure.

This study will investigate whether listening to music can help a stroke survivor improve their ability to move.

Improving independence and quality of life for persons living with dementia (PLWD) and their care partners can be realized by complementing human care with robotic assistive technologies.