Asymmetrical neuron loss in Alzheimer's

by Ludwig Maximilian University of MunichCredit: Christian Wachinger/LMUAs Alzheimer's disease progresses, neuron loss leads to marked lateral asymmetries in brain structure. A new LMU study

Updated on: March 09,2024

Asymmetrical neuron loss in Alzheimer's

by Ludwig Maximilian University of MunichCredit: Christian Wachinger/LMUAs Alzheimer's disease progresses, neuron loss leads to marked lateral asymmetries in brain structure. A new LMU study

Updated on:March 09,2024

Certain genetic variant in Alzheimer's disease linked to African ancestry

by Elana GotkineFor individuals of African ancestry, theAPOEε3 R145C missense variant is associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published in the

Updated on: April 25,2024

Certain genetic variant in Alzheimer's disease linked to African ancestry

by Elana GotkineFor individuals of African ancestry, theAPOEε3 R145C missense variant is associated with an increased risk for Alzheimer disease (AD), according to a study published in the

Updated on:April 25,2024

Brain cell membranes' lipids may play big role in Alzheimer's progression

by American Institute of PhysicsLinks between lipid imbalance and disease have been established, in which lipid changes increase the formation of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's di

Updated on: May 18,2024

Brain cell membranes' lipids may play big role in Alzheimer's progression

by American Institute of PhysicsLinks between lipid imbalance and disease have been established, in which lipid changes increase the formation of amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's di

Updated on:May 18,2024

Ultrasound therapy shows promise as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease

by University of QueenslandGraphical representation of the findings of this study: Improved memory, enhanced functional connectivity and an altered proteome were found in APP23 mice in the absenc

Updated on: April 06,2024

Ultrasound therapy shows promise as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease

by University of QueenslandGraphical representation of the findings of this study: Improved memory, enhanced functional connectivity and an altered proteome were found in APP23 mice in the absenc

Updated on:April 06,2024

GluN3A knockout mouse: Alternative model for Alzheimer's neurodegeneration

by Emory UniversityGluN3A (in the diagram, NR3) is an inhibitory subunit within NMDA receptor assemblies, which function as glutamate-gated cation channels. GluN3A is a key regulator of neuronal

Updated on: March 30,2024

GluN3A knockout mouse: Alternative model for Alzheimer's neurodegeneration

by Emory UniversityGluN3A (in the diagram, NR3) is an inhibitory subunit within NMDA receptor assemblies, which function as glutamate-gated cation channels. GluN3A is a key regulator of neuronal

Updated on:March 30,2024

Researchers discover mechanism by which estrogen can trigger fast neuronal responses

byBaylor College of MedicineCredit: Public DomainEstrogen, the major female ovarian hormone, can trigger nerve impulses within milliseconds to regulate a variety of physiological processes. At B

Updated on: October 14,2024

Researchers discover mechanism by which estrogen can trigger fast neuronal responses

byBaylor College of MedicineCredit: Public DomainEstrogen, the major female ovarian hormone, can trigger nerve impulses within milliseconds to regulate a variety of physiological processes. At B

Updated on:October 14,2024

Educational background and previous brain injury may be associated with higher risk of frontotemporal dementia

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTwo recent studies from the University of Eastern Finland show that educational background and previous traumatic brain injury ma

Updated on: June 24,2024

Educational background and previous brain injury may be associated with higher risk of frontotemporal dementia

by University of Eastern FinlandCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainTwo recent studies from the University of Eastern Finland show that educational background and previous traumatic brain injury ma

Updated on:June 24,2024

Popular diabetes and weight-loss drug may reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease

byCase Western Reserve UniversityCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsResearchers at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine have found that when compared to seven other anti-diabetic drugs,

Updated on: November 07,2024

Popular diabetes and weight-loss drug may reduce risk of Alzheimer's disease

byCase Western Reserve UniversityCredit: SHVETS production from PexelsResearchers at the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine have found that when compared to seven other anti-diabetic drugs,

Updated on:November 07,2024

The orchid and dandelion phenomenon in brain aging: Personalizing cognitive health approaches for older adults

Updated on: September 05,2024

The orchid and dandelion phenomenon in brain aging: Personalizing cognitive health approaches for older adults

Updated on:September 05,2024

Can highly superior autobiographic memory enhance creativity?

by BIAL FoundationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from universities in Italy and the U.S. studied the relationship between memory and creativity to assess whether those who remember the s

Updated on: February 05,2024

Can highly superior autobiographic memory enhance creativity?

by BIAL FoundationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainResearchers from universities in Italy and the U.S. studied the relationship between memory and creativity to assess whether those who remember the s

Updated on:February 05,2024

Exercising can protect the brain from Alzheimer's disease

by University of British ColumbiaKathleen Martin Ginis is a professor in UBC Okanagan's School of Heath and Exercise Sciences. Credit: UBC OkanaganThe evidence is clear. Physical activity is

Updated on: March 09,2024

Exercising can protect the brain from Alzheimer's disease

by University of British ColumbiaKathleen Martin Ginis is a professor in UBC Okanagan's School of Heath and Exercise Sciences. Credit: UBC OkanaganThe evidence is clear. Physical activity is

Updated on:March 09,2024

Research shortfall on common form of dementia highlighted

by University of ExeterJoan Grose had Lewy body dementia. Credit: University of ExeterNew research published inThe Lancethas highlighted the scarcity of evidence on the prognosis of d

Updated on: March 09,2024

Research shortfall on common form of dementia highlighted

by University of ExeterJoan Grose had Lewy body dementia. Credit: University of ExeterNew research published inThe Lancethas highlighted the scarcity of evidence on the prognosis of d

Updated on:March 09,2024