Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Melinda Thiam"
- Melinda Thiam's research primarily focuses on the intersections of neurological conditions, including migraines, major depression, and the impacts of traumatic brain injury (TBI), particularly among veterans.
- Her recent study highlights the shared genetic susceptibility between migraine and major depression, emphasizing the need to profile gene expression in various cell types within the central and peripheral nervous systems.
- Additionally, Thiam investigates the correlation between TBI severity and headache characteristics in veterans and has explored innovative approaches, such as heart rate variability biofeedback, to mitigate anxiety symptoms.