Research shows new hope for Alzheimer’s and Down syndrome treatments
For decades, scientists have thought they understood one of the key processes that helps our brains learn and remember.
However recent groundbreaking research from the...
The “good gene” that could protect you from Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Do you know that some people have a natural defense against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, two of the most common brain diseases that affect older...
Education can delay cognitive decline, even amidst genetic risks for Alzheimer’s
A groundbreaking study from Mass General Brigham indicates that the risk of Alzheimer's disease, including its genetically-determined forms, is not solely dictated by genetics.
The...
MIT scientists develop promising new drug to combat Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study, scientists at The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT have developed a molecule named "A11," which shows promise...
A blow to the head can start Alzheimer’s process within hours, new study says
Scientists at Purdue University have developed a tiny device that simulates the human brain. They're using it to understand what happens when the brain...
Scientists find the Link between poor sleep, brain inflammation, and Alzheimer’s risk
Sleep and Alzheimer’s: What’s the Connection?
New research suggests that poor sleep might be one of the earliest warning signs of Alzheimer's disease, thanks to...
New findings may improve treatment for Parkinson’s disease
Scientists at the Van Andel Institute have made a significant breakthrough in understanding how the brain adapts to damage in circuits related to movement,...
Scientists find the root cause of Alzheimer’s disease
What We Know About Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease affects older individuals and is the leading form of dementia, causing problems with memory, cognition, and behavior.
While...
Immune cells linked to depression, anxiety and Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
The Amazing Role of Regulatory T Cells
You probably know that your immune system helps you fight off infections and keeps you healthy. But did...
Scientists develop a headband to spot early Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a scary diagnosis that often comes too late for effective treatment. But what if we could catch it years before memory...