Uncovering Alzheimer's disease: Researchers examine impact of menopause on cognitive function

by University of MissouriCredit: CC0 Public DomainCharacterized by a buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain, Alzheimer's is an irreversible disease that leads to memory loss and a decrease i

Updated on: July 01,2024

Uncovering Alzheimer's disease: Researchers examine impact of menopause on cognitive function

by University of MissouriCredit: CC0 Public DomainCharacterized by a buildup of amyloid plaques in the brain, Alzheimer's is an irreversible disease that leads to memory loss and a decrease i

Updated on:July 01,2024

Largest-ever genetic study of epilepsy finds possible therapeutic targets

by Ari Navetta,Broad Institute of MIT and HarvardEpilepsy genetic architecture from large-scale genetic association studies. Credit:Nature Neuroscience(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41593-024

Updated on: October 09,2024

Largest-ever genetic study of epilepsy finds possible therapeutic targets

by Ari Navetta,Broad Institute of MIT and HarvardEpilepsy genetic architecture from large-scale genetic association studies. Credit:Nature Neuroscience(2024). DOI: 10.1038/s41593-024

Updated on:October 09,2024

Testing memory over four weeks could predict Alzheimer's disease risk

by University of BristolCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research suggests testing people's memory over four weeks could identify who is at higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease befor

Updated on: May 05,2024

Testing memory over four weeks could predict Alzheimer's disease risk

by University of BristolCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research suggests testing people's memory over four weeks could identify who is at higher risk of developing Alzheimer's disease befor

Updated on:May 05,2024

No increased dementia risk found in diagnosed celiac patients

by Columbia University Medical CenterA new and comprehensive study by investigators at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Medical Center has found that celiac patients are at no inc

Updated on: February 26,2024

No increased dementia risk found in diagnosed celiac patients

by Columbia University Medical CenterA new and comprehensive study by investigators at the Celiac Disease Center at Columbia University Medical Center has found that celiac patients are at no inc

Updated on:February 26,2024

Extra-large synapses could be a cause of schizophrenia

by RIKENExtra-strong synapses could play an important role in psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, a study by RIKEN researchers finds. Credit: Equinox Graphics/Science Photo LibrarySchizo

Updated on: February 03,2024

Extra-large synapses could be a cause of schizophrenia

by RIKENExtra-strong synapses could play an important role in psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, a study by RIKEN researchers finds. Credit: Equinox Graphics/Science Photo LibrarySchizo

Updated on:February 03,2024

Report supports reparations for harm to Australians living with dementia

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new report aims to bring awareness to the need for reparations, as well as changes to policy and practice around access to ju

Updated on: April 29,2024

Report supports reparations for harm to Australians living with dementia

by University of Technology, SydneyCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainA new report aims to bring awareness to the need for reparations, as well as changes to policy and practice around access to ju

Updated on:April 29,2024

New biomarker for dementia diagnosis

by Flinders UniversityProfessor Arduino Mangoni, Head of Clinical Pharmacology at Flinders University, in his research laboratory in South Australia. Credit: Flinders UniversityMedical researcher

Updated on: May 11,2024

New biomarker for dementia diagnosis

by Flinders UniversityProfessor Arduino Mangoni, Head of Clinical Pharmacology at Flinders University, in his research laboratory in South Australia. Credit: Flinders UniversityMedical researcher

Updated on:May 11,2024

Eating mushrooms may reduce the risk of cognitive decline

by National University of SingaporeA six-year study, led by Assistant Professor Lei Feng (left) from the National University of Singapore, found that seniors who ate more than 300 grams of cooked

Updated on: May 06,2024

Eating mushrooms may reduce the risk of cognitive decline

by National University of SingaporeA six-year study, led by Assistant Professor Lei Feng (left) from the National University of Singapore, found that seniors who ate more than 300 grams of cooked

Updated on:May 06,2024

Statin use reduces mortality and stroke risk in dementia patients, new study shows

by The European Academy of NeurologyThe use of statins is significantly associated with a reduction in the risk of mortality in dementia patients, new research presented today at the 5th European Acad

Updated on: March 07,2024

Statin use reduces mortality and stroke risk in dementia patients, new study shows

by The European Academy of NeurologyThe use of statins is significantly associated with a reduction in the risk of mortality in dementia patients, new research presented today at the 5th European Acad

Updated on:March 07,2024

Lifestyle changes prevent cognitive decline even in genetically susceptible individuals

by University of Eastern FinlandEnhanced lifestyle counselling prevents cognitive decline even in people who are carriers of the APOE4 gene, a common risk factor of Alzheimer's disease, accor

Updated on: March 07,2024

Lifestyle changes prevent cognitive decline even in genetically susceptible individuals

by University of Eastern FinlandEnhanced lifestyle counselling prevents cognitive decline even in people who are carriers of the APOE4 gene, a common risk factor of Alzheimer's disease, accor

Updated on:March 07,2024

Decoding the genetics that drive disease

by University of South AustraliaSome human genes traditionally labeled as 'bad' are not always what they seem. Credit: Gerd Altmann from PixabayFrom Alzheimer's to obesity, life can c

Updated on: July 01,2024

Decoding the genetics that drive disease

by University of South AustraliaSome human genes traditionally labeled as 'bad' are not always what they seem. Credit: Gerd Altmann from PixabayFrom Alzheimer's to obesity, life can c

Updated on:July 01,2024

Tuning into transitions: How our brains cross musical boundaries

byUniversity of JyväskyläAn early network (A) including the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC) and posterior temporal cortex (PTC) responded to movement boundaries followed by a (B) network

Updated on: September 06,2024

Tuning into transitions: How our brains cross musical boundaries

byUniversity of JyväskyläAn early network (A) including the ventrolateral prefrontal cortex (VLPFC) and posterior temporal cortex (PTC) responded to movement boundaries followed by a (B) network

Updated on:September 06,2024