Alzheimer's disease

Scientists discover “energy switch” to fight Alzheimer’s disease

Researchers at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have found a new “energy switch” in immune cells in the brain, which could help in the...

Brain stimulation may boost memory in Alzheimer’ disease

A new study has found that using electrical stimulation on specific brain areas may help some people with Alzheimer’s disease improve their memory. In...

Eye changes could help detect Alzheimer’s disease early

Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have discovered important changes in the retina that may help detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier. Their research shows that the retina, which...

Short-term air pollution can harm your cognition and emotion health

A new study has found that brief exposure to air pollution can impair focus, emotional recognition, and decision-making skills, potentially making everyday activities like shopping or...

‘Midlife window’ could be key for preventing brain decline

Researchers have identified a critical “midlife window” for preventing age-related brain decline. The new study in PNAS has unveiled that brain aging follows a distinct...

Research finds key to treating Alzheimer’s disease

A team of researchers from the University of Cologne has made an important discovery about the tau protein and its role in Alzheimer's disease....

Scientists find new way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease

A groundbreaking study led by USC Stem Cell researchers has found a way to reduce toxic tau buildup, a major contributor to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Instead...

Long-term use of anti-inflammatory drugs may lower dementia risk

A new study suggests that taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for a long time may reduce the risk of developing dementia. The research, published in the Journal...

Hormone therapy may drive Alzheimer’s development in older people

A new study by researchers at Mass General Brigham has found that women over 70 who took menopausal hormone therapy (HT) more than a decade...

40Hz brain stimulation may treat Alzheimer’s disease

For the past decade, scientists have been exploring a unique way to treat Alzheimer's disease using gentle sensory stimulation at 40Hz, a brainwave frequency...