Otago scientists have made an important discovery in understanding the role a particular protein plays to impair memory in Alzheimer’s […]
Protein misfolding as a risk marker for Alzheimer’s disease
In symptom-free individuals, the detection of misfolded amyloid-β protein in the blood indicates a considerably higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease—up […]
Study links sleep disturbances and Alzheimer’s among Hispanics
(Miami, FL) Sleep disturbances among Hispanics may increase their risk of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new […]
Can your eating habits keep Alzheimer’s at bay?
When you hear the word diet, you might think only of weight loss. But a lifestyle diet can bring even […]
New drug may protect against memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
A new drug discovered through a research collaboration between the University at Buffalo and Tetra Therapeutics may protect against memory […]
Creation of new brain cells plays an underappreciated role in Alzheimer’s disease
Much of the research on the underlying causes of Alzheimer’s disease focuses on amyloid beta (Aß), a protein that accumulates […]
No cure yet, but progress made in managing and detecting Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer’s disease isn’t something you must either passively accept or dread, a panel of doctors and scientific experts told an […]
Drug interaction research: Evolution clues
A biologist at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has shown that a key biological component in a worm’s communication system can […]
Tissue model reveals role of blood-brain barrier in Alzheimer’s
Beta-amyloid plaques, the protein aggregates that form in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients, disrupt many brain functions and can kill […]
Socially active 60-year-olds face lower dementia risk
Being more socially active in your 50s and 60s predicts a lower risk of developing dementia later on, finds a […]