'Flash and Freeze-fracture' technique allows for neuronal insights into medial habenula

by Institute of Science and Technology AustriaA lunar surface-like electron microscopic image of an activated medial habenula neuron. SPO (light green), CAPS2 (dark blue), vesicles on the verge o

Updated on: June 26,2024

'Flash and Freeze-fracture' technique allows for neuronal insights into medial habenula

by Institute of Science and Technology AustriaA lunar surface-like electron microscopic image of an activated medial habenula neuron. SPO (light green), CAPS2 (dark blue), vesicles on the verge o

Updated on:June 26,2024

Here's what Alzheimer's disease blood tests look for, and what they can tell you about your risk

by Eleftheria Kodosaki and Deborah Alawode,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageDespite affecting55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer's disease still has no cure. But recent adv

Updated on: January 07,2024

Here's what Alzheimer's disease blood tests look for, and what they can tell you about your risk

by Eleftheria Kodosaki and Deborah Alawode,The ConversationCredit: AI-generated imageDespite affecting55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer's disease still has no cure. But recent adv

Updated on:January 07,2024

Scientists map the distribution of lipids in the human brain

by Oleg Sherbakov,Skolkovo Institute of Science and TechnologyDistribution of cholesterol in the human brain. Credit: Maria OsetrovaScientists have found that 93% of the lipids in brain tissue a

Updated on: July 06,2024

Scientists map the distribution of lipids in the human brain

by Oleg Sherbakov,Skolkovo Institute of Science and TechnologyDistribution of cholesterol in the human brain. Credit: Maria OsetrovaScientists have found that 93% of the lipids in brain tissue a

Updated on:July 06,2024

New target for drug intervention in Alzheimer's disease identified

by University of Alabama at BirminghamInhibiting an enzyme called LIMK1 seems to improve the length and density of dendritic spines, shown here in green. Healthy dendritic spines are thought to h

Updated on: May 28,2024

New target for drug intervention in Alzheimer's disease identified

by University of Alabama at BirminghamInhibiting an enzyme called LIMK1 seems to improve the length and density of dendritic spines, shown here in green. Healthy dendritic spines are thought to h

Updated on:May 28,2024

What is the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia?

by Erin Kayata,Northeastern UniversityNikolai Slavov works in his lab at the Mugar Life Sciences Building. Credit: Ruby Wallau/Northeastern UniversityAlzheimer's and related forms of dementi

Updated on: February 24,2024

What is the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia?

by Erin Kayata,Northeastern UniversityNikolai Slavov works in his lab at the Mugar Life Sciences Building. Credit: Ruby Wallau/Northeastern UniversityAlzheimer's and related forms of dementi

Updated on:February 24,2024

Researchers call for focus on higher stroke risk in women

byMedical University of South CarolinaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for men, it's the third-leading cause of death for women in the United

Updated on: April 28,2024

Researchers call for focus on higher stroke risk in women

byMedical University of South CarolinaCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWhile stroke is the fifth-leading cause of death for men, it's the third-leading cause of death for women in the United

Updated on:April 28,2024

Clinical trial shows subcutaneous infusion pump safe, effective for Parkinson's treatment

byUniversity of CincinnatiCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAn international, multisite Phase III trial, co-led by a University of Cincinnati researcher, has found that a Parkinson's disease

Updated on: March 28,2024

Clinical trial shows subcutaneous infusion pump safe, effective for Parkinson's treatment

byUniversity of CincinnatiCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainAn international, multisite Phase III trial, co-led by a University of Cincinnati researcher, has found that a Parkinson's disease

Updated on:March 28,2024

Link between brain immune cells and Alzheimer's disease development identified

by University of California, IrvineMicroglia, shown in red, surround and react to the amyloid-beta plaques, shown in green, in the Alzheimer's disease brain. Credit: Kim Green lab / UCIScient

Updated on: May 28,2024

Link between brain immune cells and Alzheimer's disease development identified

by University of California, IrvineMicroglia, shown in red, surround and react to the amyloid-beta plaques, shown in green, in the Alzheimer's disease brain. Credit: Kim Green lab / UCIScient

Updated on:May 28,2024

Pregnancy and reproductive history may impact dementia risk

by Alzheimer's AssociationCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearch reported at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) 2018 in Chicago highlighted sex differences associated with

Updated on: June 07,2024

Pregnancy and reproductive history may impact dementia risk

by Alzheimer's AssociationCredit: CC0 Public DomainResearch reported at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) 2018 in Chicago highlighted sex differences associated with

Updated on:June 07,2024

New research reveals link between finger tapping and Alzheimer's

by Leiden UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSuddenly getting lost, failing to recognize family members, or forgetting words and names are well-known symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Updated on: March 02,2024

New research reveals link between finger tapping and Alzheimer's

by Leiden UniversityCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSuddenly getting lost, failing to recognize family members, or forgetting words and names are well-known symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Updated on:March 02,2024

GOSH BRC Showcase 2025 - Genomic medicine

Updated on: November 06,2025

GOSH BRC Showcase 2025 - Genomic medicine

Updated on:November 06,2025

FRYL gene variants linked to a new neurological disorder

by Texas Children's HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA recent study from the lab of Dr. Hugo J. Bellen, distinguished service professor at Baylor College of Medicine and investigator

Updated on: March 20,2024

FRYL gene variants linked to a new neurological disorder

by Texas Children's HospitalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA recent study from the lab of Dr. Hugo J. Bellen, distinguished service professor at Baylor College of Medicine and investigator

Updated on:March 20,2024