Brain flexibility may hasten hearing improvements from cochlear implants

by NYU Langone HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainKickstarting the brain's natural ability to adjust to new circumstances, or neuroplasticity, improves how effectively a cochlear implant

Updated on: February 21,2024

Brain flexibility may hasten hearing improvements from cochlear implants

by NYU Langone HealthCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainKickstarting the brain's natural ability to adjust to new circumstances, or neuroplasticity, improves how effectively a cochlear implant

Updated on:February 21,2024

Older people with early, asymptomatic Alzheimer's at risk of falls

by Tamara Bhandari,Washington University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainFalls are the leading cause of fatal injuries in older adults, causing more than 800,000 hospitalizations and

Updated on: June 11,2024

Older people with early, asymptomatic Alzheimer's at risk of falls

by Tamara Bhandari,Washington University School of MedicineCredit: CC0 Public DomainFalls are the leading cause of fatal injuries in older adults, causing more than 800,000 hospitalizations and

Updated on:June 11,2024

Understanding and Treating Parkinson's Disease: Unraveling Molecular Signals and Therapeutic Strategies

Updated on: May 17,2024

Understanding and Treating Parkinson's Disease: Unraveling Molecular Signals and Therapeutic Strategies

Updated on:May 17,2024

Researchers explore relation between sleep quality and various physical health parameters

by University of TsukubaCumulative displays of sleep architecture by electroencephalogram-based sleep cluster. The X-axis indicates the time from bed, whereas the Y-axis indicates the percentage

Updated on: May 11,2024

Researchers explore relation between sleep quality and various physical health parameters

by University of TsukubaCumulative displays of sleep architecture by electroencephalogram-based sleep cluster. The X-axis indicates the time from bed, whereas the Y-axis indicates the percentage

Updated on:May 11,2024

Dementia rates more than 20% higher among black adults than UK average

by University College LondonCrude dementia prevalence (95% CI) in those aged 65 and over, by ethnic group. Credit:Alzheimer's & Dementia(2022). DOI: 10.1002/alz.12774Dementia

Updated on: June 07,2024

Dementia rates more than 20% higher among black adults than UK average

by University College LondonCrude dementia prevalence (95% CI) in those aged 65 and over, by ethnic group. Credit:Alzheimer's & Dementia(2022). DOI: 10.1002/alz.12774Dementia

Updated on:June 07,2024

Advanced fMRI techniques reveal the brain's dynamic architecture

byMiguel Hernandez University of ElcheHierarchical distribution of connections represented in colors on the surface of a human brain. Credit: Varga, L. et al. inCell Systems(2024)Res

Updated on: September 23,2024

Advanced fMRI techniques reveal the brain's dynamic architecture

byMiguel Hernandez University of ElcheHierarchical distribution of connections represented in colors on the surface of a human brain. Credit: Varga, L. et al. inCell Systems(2024)Res

Updated on:September 23,2024

Breakthrough research reveals a new target for Alzheimer's disease treatment

by VIB (the Flanders Institute for Biotechnology)A 3D visualization of lectin-stained blood vessels (magenta) and Thioflavin-S–positive (yellow) amyloid plaques in the brain of a mouse model of A

Updated on: February 26,2024

Breakthrough research reveals a new target for Alzheimer's disease treatment

by VIB (the Flanders Institute for Biotechnology)A 3D visualization of lectin-stained blood vessels (magenta) and Thioflavin-S–positive (yellow) amyloid plaques in the brain of a mouse model of A

Updated on:February 26,2024

Study reveals insights into link between genetic mutation and Parkinson's

by Bill Hathaway,Yale UniversityLRRK2 inhibits lysosomal protease activity in human iPSC-derived macrophages. (A) Airyscan live cell confocal micrographs showing lysosome labeling in human iPSC-

Updated on: April 26,2024

Study reveals insights into link between genetic mutation and Parkinson's

by Bill Hathaway,Yale UniversityLRRK2 inhibits lysosomal protease activity in human iPSC-derived macrophages. (A) Airyscan live cell confocal micrographs showing lysosome labeling in human iPSC-

Updated on:April 26,2024

What happens to your brain as you age

Updated on: August 15,2024

What happens to your brain as you age

Updated on:August 15,2024

Negative wealth shock linked to accelerated cognitive decline

by Elana GotkineFor older adults, negative wealth shock is associated with accelerated cognitive decline and increased risks for dementia, according to a study published online Dec. 26 inJAMA Ne

Updated on: February 24,2024

Negative wealth shock linked to accelerated cognitive decline

by Elana GotkineFor older adults, negative wealth shock is associated with accelerated cognitive decline and increased risks for dementia, according to a study published online Dec. 26 inJAMA Ne

Updated on:February 24,2024

Study opens the door to earlier diagnosis and potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease

by Aarhus UniversityLarge Aβ Agg [+] MCI patients display lower AD-like brain pathology than large Aβ Agg [-] MCI.a18F-FTP PET uptake in each group at baseline, two-year follow-up, an

Updated on: March 19,2024

Study opens the door to earlier diagnosis and potential treatment for Alzheimer's disease

by Aarhus UniversityLarge Aβ Agg [+] MCI patients display lower AD-like brain pathology than large Aβ Agg [-] MCI.a18F-FTP PET uptake in each group at baseline, two-year follow-up, an

Updated on:March 19,2024

Report highlights scale of dementia epidemic in Africa

by King's College LondonCredit: King's College LondonAlzheimer's Disease International (ADI) has published its first report on the impact of dementia in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), at i

Updated on: April 29,2024

Report highlights scale of dementia epidemic in Africa

by King's College LondonCredit: King's College LondonAlzheimer's Disease International (ADI) has published its first report on the impact of dementia in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), at i

Updated on:April 29,2024