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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC)

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The MSC (migrainecollaborative.org) is a non-profit news website and information resource hub for the global community of migraine and headache researchers, clinicians, and others interested in learning more about the science.

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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, #migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists. migrainecollaborative.org/the-impact-o...
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The Impact of US Government Science Policies on the Migraine Field: An Update - Migraine Science Collaborative
As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists, even while the field’s wors...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
MSC News: Diagnostic modeling using non-headache features, along with phenotypic modeling, supports the idea of #migraine as a spectrum disorder. migrainecollaborative.org/migraine-is-...
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Migraine Is Not One Disease, but Many: New Insight from a Machine Learning Study - Migraine Science Collaborative
Diagnostic modeling using non-headache features, along with phenotypic modeling, supports the idea of migraine as a spectrum disorder.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Did you miss the inaugural MSC Early-Career Clinical Research Contest? If so, a recording of the event is now available on MSC. Take a listen to all the interesting research the up-and-coming generation of #migraine and #headache researchers are pursuing. migrainecollaborative.org/1st-annual-m...
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1st Annual Migraine Science Collaborative Early-Career Clinical Research Contest: Recording Now Available - Migraine Science Collaborative
The inaugural contest took place on September 16, 2026. A recording of the event is now available.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
MSC News: A recent study examining data from the Women’s Health Initiative suggests that a prior #migraine diagnosis increases risk of ischemic stroke even after menopause. migrainecollaborative.org/a-new-piece-...
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A New Piece for the Migraine and Stroke Risk Puzzle - Migraine Science Collaborative
A recent study examining data from the Women’s Health Initiative suggests that a prior migraine diagnosis increases risk of ischemic stroke even after menopause.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
There's still time to register for tomorrow's MSC Early-Career Clinical Research Contest! Ten investigators will present their work in 5-minute presentations, followed by audience Q&A. Learn more and register for free. #MigraineResearch #HeadacheResearch migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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MSC Early-Career Clinical Research Contest: Register to Attend - Migraine Science Collaborative
It’s time to register for MSC’s first contest focused on early-career clinical research!
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
In case you missed it: A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including #migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/clinical-mea...
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Clinical Measurements Plus Machine Learning Place Migraine on a Spectrum - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
In case you missed it: As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, #migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/the-impact-o...
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The Impact of US Government Science Policies on the Migraine Field: An Update - Migraine Science Collaborative
As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists, even while the field’s wors...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Our latest literature recap is now live -- it's a great way to keep up with the newest research papers, reviews, and commentaries/editorials in #migraine and #headache research. Take a look on MSC today. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
In our latest interview, Dr. María Dolores Villar-Martínez discusses her work on vestibular #migraine that recently won the American Headache Society Early Career Lecture Award. Not to be missed! migrainecollaborative.org/toward-a-bet...
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Toward a Better Understanding of Vestibular Migraine: A Conversation with María Dolores Villar-Martínez - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, María Dolores Villar-Martínez discusses her interest in vestibular migraine, how her award-winning study came about and what the key findings are, her...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
In case you missed it: A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including #migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics. migrainecollaborative.org/clinical-mea...
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Clinical Measurements Plus Machine Learning Place Migraine on a Spectrum - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, #migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists, even while the field’s worst fears have not materialized. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/the-impact-o...
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The Impact of US Government Science Policies on the Migraine Field: An Update - Migraine Science Collaborative
As the federal government changes how it funds and evaluates science, migraine researchers continue to worry about effects on basic research and the pipeline of scientists, even while the field’s wors...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Registration is open to attend our early-career clinical research contest in September. Ten early-career investigators will present their work in 5-minute presentations, followed by audience Q&A. Visit MSC to learn more. #MigraineResearch #HeadacheResearch migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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MSC Early-Career Clinical Research Contest: Register to Attend - Migraine Science Collaborative
It’s time to register for MSC’s first contest focused on early-career clinical research!
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The latest MSC e-newsletter is now available. Take a look to see what we've been up to over the past month. #MigraineResearch #HeadacheResearch conta.cc/3UDOJdB
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
MSC News: A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including #migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics. migrainecollaborative.org/clinical-mea...
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Clinical Measurements Plus Machine Learning Place Migraine on a Spectrum - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new machine learning model trained on routine clinical data situates multiple diseases – including migraine – along a continuum. Model outputs were associated with a host of relevant health metrics.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
In case you missed it: A new study found that higher output from a model that estimates the likelihood of atrial fibrillation was associated with increased risk of vascular events. Physiologic aging was a significant predictor, too. migrainecollaborative.org/an-ai-enable...
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An AI-Enabled Electrocardiogram Model Predicts Poor Vascular Outcomes in People with Migraine - Migraine Science Collaborative
Higher output from a model that estimates the likelihood of atrial fibrillation was associated with increased risk of vascular events. The model also estimates physiologic aging, which was a significa...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Have you seen our latest literature recap? It's chock full of the latest papers in #migraine and #headache -- it's a great way to keep up with the research literature. Published on MSC every two weeks. Take a look. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Check out our latest interview, with UCLA's Dr. Sinifunanya Nwaobi. She discusses her work on suzetrigine, a sodium channel blocker recently approved for acute #pain, as a potential treatment for #headache, and so much more. Not to be missed! migrainecollaborative.org/when-the-sci...
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When the Science and the Clinical Work Come Together: A Conversation with Sinifunanya Nwaobi - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Dr. Sinifunanya Nwaobi discusses her work on suzetrigine, a sodium channel blocker recently approved for acute pain, as a potential treatment for head...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
In case you missed it: See our interview with Dr. Lauren Natbony, who discusses how she became interested in integrative medicine, what integrative medicine looks like in practice for #headache care, and much more. migrainecollaborative.org/a-whole-pers...
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A Whole-Person Approach to Migraine Care: A Conversation with Lauren Natbony - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Lauren Natbony discusses how she became interested in integrative medicine, what integrative medicine looks like in practice for headache care, and fa...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
Time is running out to apply for our new Early-Career Clinical Research Contest! Apply by August 1st to take part. PhD students, postdocs, medical students, residents, and early-career clinicians are all eligible to apply. Learn more and apply here: migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
A new prevalence study shows that children with developmental disabilities have more than twice the likelihood of having parent-reported chronic #pain, compared to children without disabilities. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/pain-in-chil...
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Pain in Children with Developmental Disabilities: An Overlooked Problem - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new prevalence study shows that children with developmental disabilities have more than twice the likelihood of having parent-reported chronic pain, compared to children without disabilities.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
The deadline to apply for the MSC Early-Career Clinical Research Contest is August 1st! PhD students, postdocs, med students, residents, and early-career clinicians who have had an abstract accepted at a conference this year are all eligible to apply. migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
The latest edition of our monthly eNewsletter is now available. See what we've been up to over the past month, including our journalistic coverage of the latest research in #migraine and #headache. conta.cc/3T1E5g8
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
In case you missed it: A new study, based on RNA sequencing of single nuclei, could pave the way towards a better understanding of why certain neurological conditions, including #migraine, are more common in one sex versus the other. More in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/newly-discov...
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Newly Discovered Sex Differences in the Expression of Thousands of Genes in the Cerebral Cortex - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new study, based on RNA sequencing of single nuclei, could pave the way towards a better understanding of why certain neurological conditions, including migraine, are more common in one sex versus t...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
In the latest MSC interview, Dr. Lauren Natbony discusses her interest in integrative medicine, what integrative medicine looks like in practice for #headache care, and how to evaluate evidence for complementary and integrative treatments. #migraine migrainecollaborative.org/a-whole-pers...
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A Whole-Person Approach to Migraine Care: A Conversation with Lauren Natbony - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Lauren Natbony discusses how she became interested in integrative medicine, what integrative medicine looks like in practice for headache care, and fa...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
In case you missed it: A new study reports that short-term and cumulative exposure to ambient air pollution increased emergency #migraine-related health care encounters and #triptan use. Certain weather factors modulated these associations. migrainecollaborative.org/air-pollutio...
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Air Pollution, Weather, and Migraine - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new study reports that short-term and cumulative exposure to ambient air pollution increased emergency migraine-related health care encounters and triptan use. Certain weather factors modulated thes...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Calling all early-career investigators: Apply for our clinical research contest! PhD students, postdocs, med students, residents, and early-career clinicians who have had an abstract accepted at a conference this year are all eligible to apply. migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
MSC News: A new study, based on RNA sequencing of single nuclei, could pave the way towards a better understanding of why certain neurological conditions, including #migraine, are more common in one sex versus the other. migrainecollaborative.org/newly-discov...
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Newly Discovered Sex Differences in the Expression of Thousands of Genes in the Cerebral Cortex - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new study, based on RNA sequencing of single nuclei, could pave the way towards a better understanding of why certain neurological conditions, including migraine, are more common in one sex versus t...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Have you seen our recent interview with Dr. Amaal Starling? She discusses her path to #headache medicine, what spurred her interest in disparities, how to address structural change, and why she prescribes advocacy to her patients living with #migraine. migrainecollaborative.org/when-advocac...
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When Advocacy Is Part of the Treatment Plan: A Conversation with Amaal Starling - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Dr. Amaal Starling discusses her path to headache medicine, what spurred her interest in disparities, how to address structural change, and why she pr...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
IMPORTANT: The OPM is proposing new NDAs for federal workers that could silence scientists and hide data. This threatens science journalism & public transparency. Keep scientific data accessible. Comment by June 26. www.regulations.gov/search?filte...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
To all early-career investigators doing clinical research about or with relevance to #migraine and other #headache disorders: Apply for our clinical research contest! PhD students, postdocs, medical students, residents, and early-career clinicians can apply. migrainecollaborative.org/msc-early-ca...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
The latest edition of our biweekly literature recap of recent #migraine and #headache research is now live! Take a look at all the original research papers, reviews, commentaries and editorials that made the grade this time around. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
In our latest interview, Dr. Amaal Starling speaks with freelance writer @kaytsukel.bsky.social to discuss her path to #headache medicine, what spurred her interest in disparities, how to address structural change, and much more. #migraine. migrainecollaborative.org/when-advocac...
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When Advocacy Is Part of the Treatment Plan: A Conversation with Amaal Starling - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Dr. Amaal Starling discusses her path to headache medicine, what spurred her interest in disparities, how to address structural change, and why she pr...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
In case you missed it: A recent randomized trial shows that remote electrical neuromodulation reduces procedural #pain and post-procedural #headache. migrainecollaborative.org/making-onabo...
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Making OnabotulinumtoxinA Treatment for Migraine Less Painful - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new randomized trial shows that remote electrical neuromodulation reduces procedural pain and post-procedural headache after Botox treatment.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
In case you missed it: A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of delta opioid receptor pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design for #migraine and #pain. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/the-delta-op...
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The Delta Opioid Receptor: New Insight into a Promising Target for Migraine and Pain Treatment - Migraine Science Collaborative
A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of DOR pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
MSC News: Higher output from a model that estimates the likelihood of atrial fibrillation was associated with increased risk of vascular events in individuals with #migraine. The model also estimates physiologic aging, which was a significant predictor too. migrainecollaborative.org/an-ai-enable...
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An AI-Enabled Electrocardiogram Model Predicts Poor Vascular Outcomes in People with Migraine - Migraine Science Collaborative
Higher output from a model that estimates the likelihood of atrial fibrillation was associated with increased risk of vascular events. The model also estimates physiologic aging, which was a significa...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
The latest MSC literature recap is now live! Take a look at all the papers -- original research, reviews, commentaries/editorials -- that made it into the newest edition of this popular feature on MSC. #migraineresearch #headacheresearch migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
In case you missed it: Methodological refinements in the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD) 2023 allow for a more precise estimate of the gender gap in #headache, and a better understanding of the contribution of medication overuse headache. migrainecollaborative.org/the-global-b...
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The Global Burden of Headache: A Consistent but More Detailed Picture – and a Wakeup Call for the Field, Too - Migraine Science Collaborative
Methodological refinements in the Global Burden of Disease Study (GBD) 2023 allow for a more precise estimate of the gender gap in headache, as well as a better understanding of the contribution of me...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
In case you missed it: A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of delta opioid receptor pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design, including for #migraine and #pain migrainecollaborative.org/the-delta-op...
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The Delta Opioid Receptor: New Insight into a Promising Target for Migraine and Pain Treatment - Migraine Science Collaborative
A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of DOR pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
A recent study links variants in SCN2A, which encodes a sodium channel recognized for its role in epilepsy and autism, to familial and sporadic hemiplegic #migraine. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/a-new-gene-i...
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A New Gene in Hemiplegic Migraine - Migraine Science Collaborative
A recent study links variants in SCN2A, which encodes a sodium channel recognized for its role in epilepsy and autism, to familial and sporadic HM. Electrophysiology experiments and computational neur...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Have you seen the latest edition of the MSC biweekly literature recap, our curated list of new #migraine and #headache papers that we think you should know about? It's a great way to keep up with the latest findings in the field. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
In case you missed it: A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of delta opioid receptor pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design, including for #migraine and #headache. migrainecollaborative.org/the-delta-op...
migrainecollaborative.org
The Delta Opioid Receptor: New Insight into a Promising Target for Migraine and Pain Treatment - Migraine Science Collaborative
A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of DOR pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
The latest MSC monthly e-digest is now available. See what we've been up to over the past month -- all the interesting research going on in the #migraine and #headache field that we are covering in our news, interviews, and other content. conta.cc/4uMXe34
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
The latest edition of our biweekly literature recap is now live! Take a look -- our list includes basic science, translational, and clinical research papers in the #migraine and #headache field. Catch up on the latest findings on MSC today. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
In case you missed it: Take a look at our recent interview with the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy's Julienne Verdi. She speaks about her path to advocacy, how to make positive change, and more. #migraine #headache migrainecollaborative.org/a-proactive-...
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A Proactive Approach to Advocacy for the Migraine Community – A Conversation with Julienne Verdi - Migraine Science Collaborative
In this Migraine Science Collaborative interview, Verdi discusses building on successful volunteer-led advocacy efforts, the need for headache-specific legislation, and why it is important to be proac...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
MSC News: A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of delta opioid receptor pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design for #migraine and #pain migrainecollaborative.org/the-delta-op...
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The Delta Opioid Receptor: New Insight into a Promising Target for Migraine and Pain Treatment - Migraine Science Collaborative
A combination of experimental approaches reveals a comprehensive picture of DOR pharmacology, which could help efforts towards better drug design.
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Have you seen the latest edition of our biweekly literature recap? It's a great way to keep up with the latest research and commentary in the #migraine and #headache field. Take a look at all the papers that made our list this time around. migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
A new study shows that structural changes in the hippocampus, along with interactions among newborn neurons and microglia, accompany the emergence of affective behaviors over the course of #pain. The results have relevance to #migraine, too. migrainecollaborative.org/how-chronic-...
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How Chronic Pain Turns into Depression - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new study shows that structural changes in the hippocampus, along with interactions among newborn neurons and microglia in the dentate gyrus, accompany the emergence of affective behaviors over the ...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The latest edition of our biweekly literature recap is now live. Take a look at all the original research, reviews, and commentaries that made the list this time around. #migraineresearch #headacheresearch migrainecollaborative.org/paper-date/2...
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
The deadline to apply for a travel grant to cover costs to go to the upcoming American Headache Society Annual Scientific Meeting is this Friday, May 1st. Grad students and postdocs: Apply Now! #migraine #headache migrainecollaborative.org/travel-grants
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Migraine Science Collaborative (MSC) @migrainecollab.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
A new systematic review and meta-analysis suggests that exposure to nature, in real life or virtually, shows a small to moderate benefit for acute #pain. Whether the results would apply to chronic pain or #migraine remains uncertain. Read more in MSC news. migrainecollaborative.org/a-dose-of-na...
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A Dose of Nature to Reduce Pain? - Migraine Science Collaborative
A new systematic review and meta-analysis suggests that exposure to nature, in real life or virtually, shows a small to moderate benefit for acute pain. Whether the results would apply to chronic pain...
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