Structural analysis shows Alzheimer's disease mutation produces 'cottonwool' structures in the brain

byRIKENA new W-shaped structural model of E22G 40-residue beta-amyloid fibrils. RIKEN researchers have shown how the unique structure of amyloid fibrils produced by the Arctic mutation can trigg

Updated on: November 27,2024

Structural analysis shows Alzheimer's disease mutation produces 'cottonwool' structures in the brain

byRIKENA new W-shaped structural model of E22G 40-residue beta-amyloid fibrils. RIKEN researchers have shown how the unique structure of amyloid fibrils produced by the Arctic mutation can trigg

Updated on:November 27,2024

Scientists uncover new biallelic repeat expansion leading to mitochondrial encephalopathy

by Juntendo University Research Promotion CenterCredit:npj Genomic Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41525-024-00429-5Mitochondrial diseases are among the most prevalent hereditary metabolic d

Updated on: November 22,2024

Scientists uncover new biallelic repeat expansion leading to mitochondrial encephalopathy

by Juntendo University Research Promotion CenterCredit:npj Genomic Medicine(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41525-024-00429-5Mitochondrial diseases are among the most prevalent hereditary metabolic d

Updated on:November 22,2024

Study explores association between Tau filaments and extracellular vesicles in Alzheimer's disease

Study explores association between Tau filaments and extracellular vesicles in Alzheimer's diseaseby Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressCryo-EM structure of EV-derived tau PHFs from the brains of indi

Updated on: January 15,2025

Study explores association between Tau filaments and extracellular vesicles in Alzheimer's disease

Study explores association between Tau filaments and extracellular vesicles in Alzheimer's diseaseby Ingrid Fadelli , Medical XpressCryo-EM structure of EV-derived tau PHFs from the brains of indi

Updated on:January 15,2025

New technique could help treat aggressive brain tumors

by Sarah Boudreau,Virginia TechEquivalent sinusoidal-shaped waveforms can be derived from square-shaped waveforms by matching equivalent areas under the curve. (a) and (b) Root mean square calcu

Updated on: July 31,2024

New technique could help treat aggressive brain tumors

by Sarah Boudreau,Virginia TechEquivalent sinusoidal-shaped waveforms can be derived from square-shaped waveforms by matching equivalent areas under the curve. (a) and (b) Root mean square calcu

Updated on:July 31,2024

Study suggests disparities in post-acute stroke care depend on insurance status

by Elana GotkineInsurance-dependent racial and ethnic disparities and regional variations are seen in post-acute service utilization after stroke, according to a studypublishedonline July

Updated on: July 31,2024

Study suggests disparities in post-acute stroke care depend on insurance status

by Elana GotkineInsurance-dependent racial and ethnic disparities and regional variations are seen in post-acute service utilization after stroke, according to a studypublishedonline July

Updated on:July 31,2024

Atomic force microscopy in the characterization and clinical evaluation of neurological disorders

by Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal CenterAFM has unique capabilities in neurobiology for detailed biomechanical analysis of brain tissues and cells, and also has clinical potential in diagnosing

Updated on: July 17,2024

Atomic force microscopy in the characterization and clinical evaluation of neurological disorders

by Shanghai Jiao Tong University Journal CenterAFM has unique capabilities in neurobiology for detailed biomechanical analysis of brain tissues and cells, and also has clinical potential in diagnosing

Updated on:July 17,2024

Study finds a concerning association between BMI and the adolescent brain

by Children's Hospital BostonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainObesity is a growing epidemic in children and adults. A large national study published in theInternational Journal of Obes

Updated on: May 08,2024

Study finds a concerning association between BMI and the adolescent brain

by Children's Hospital BostonCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainObesity is a growing epidemic in children and adults. A large national study published in theInternational Journal of Obes

Updated on:May 08,2024

Newfound link between Alzheimer's and iron could lead to new medical interventions

by University of Texas at AustinResearchers developed DNA-based fluorescent sensors that can detect two different forms of iron (Fe2+and Fe3+) at the same time in cell cultures and in brain

Updated on: April 10,2024

Newfound link between Alzheimer's and iron could lead to new medical interventions

by University of Texas at AustinResearchers developed DNA-based fluorescent sensors that can detect two different forms of iron (Fe2+and Fe3+) at the same time in cell cultures and in brain

Updated on:April 10,2024

First-of-its-kind technology helps man with ALS speak in real time

Updated on: July 08,2025

First-of-its-kind technology helps man with ALS speak in real time

Updated on:July 08,2025

Imitating movements could help Alzheimer's patients

by FrontiersDiagram of the brain of a person with Alzheimer's Disease. Credit: Wikipedia/public domain.Alzheimer's disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., according to th

Updated on: February 28,2024

Imitating movements could help Alzheimer's patients

by FrontiersDiagram of the brain of a person with Alzheimer's Disease. Credit: Wikipedia/public domain.Alzheimer's disease is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., according to th

Updated on:February 28,2024

New study reveals incidence of dementia may be declining

by Boston University Medical CenterDespite the concern of an explosion of dementia cases in an aging population over the next few decades, a new study, based on data from the Framingham Heart Stu

Updated on: February 27,2024

New study reveals incidence of dementia may be declining

by Boston University Medical CenterDespite the concern of an explosion of dementia cases in an aging population over the next few decades, a new study, based on data from the Framingham Heart Stu

Updated on:February 27,2024

Nerve stimulation trial demonstrates meaningful improvements for spinal cord injuries

Updated on: June 13,2025

Nerve stimulation trial demonstrates meaningful improvements for spinal cord injuries

Updated on:June 13,2025