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Novel Alzheimer's risk genes affect microglial response to amyloid-beta

Our DNA determines a large part of our risk for Alzheimer's disease, but it remained unclear how many genetic risk factors contribute to disease.

18 Mar 2020

Woman's risk for negative mood, executive dysfunction after ovary removal linked to childhood adversity

Nearly one-third of women who choose to have their ovaries removed before the natural age of menopause are susceptible to negative mood and executive dysfunction.

18 Mar 2020

Antioxidant treatment in acute ischemic stroke could delay onset of clinically overt dementia

Currently we are facing a dementia epidemic, with estimations showing that by 2050 approximately 131 million people will be affected.

17 Mar 2020

Technology effectively detects harsh side effect of breast cancer treatment

Some 20 percent of breast cancer survivors will suffer from lymphedema, a potentially severe side effect of treatment that makes arms swell with lymph. The disease is often overlooked, but commercially available app-based technology now makes early detection easier, allowing for proactive treatment.

16 Mar 2020

Reports of flu-like symptoms seen with Keto diet

A new study has shown that those starting on a keto diet could develop certain flu-like symptoms in the initial weeks. The study titled, “Consumer Reports of “Keto Flu” Associated With the Ketogenic Diet,” was published in the latest issue of the journal Frontiers in Nutrition.

15 Mar 2020

Alzheimer's and its helper protein

It is commonly observed that the brain in patients with Alzheimer's disease (AD) often contains fibrils of tau protein, which build up within the brain neurons to interrupt proper communication between them. However, it is far from clear what these deposits mean and how they form.

15 Mar 2020

Administering specialized lipids prevents memory loss, inflammation in Down syndrome mouse model

Individuals with Down syndrome are at a much greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, with inflammation of the brain starting early in life and the risk of Alzheimer's reaching nearly 80% by the age of 60.

13 Mar 2020

NCAM2 protein is a vital factor in the formation of cerebral cortex, neuronal morphogenesis

The molecule NCAM2, a glycoprotein from the superfamily of immunoglobulins, is a vital factor in the formation of the cerebral cortex, neuronal morphogenesis and formation of neuronal circuits in the brain, as stated in the new study published in the journal Cerebral Cortex.

13 Mar 2020

NTHU research team develops new treatment for Parkinson’s disease

Ultrasound is widely used for conducting physical examinations, and plans are underway for expanding its application to the treatment of Parkinson's disease, dementia, and diabetes.

12 Mar 2020

Protective brain-cell housekeeping mechanism may also be involved in regulating sleep

An important biological mechanism that is thought to protect brain cells from neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's may also be involved in regulating sleep, according to new research from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania.

12 Mar 2020

No evidence of a link between surgery with anesthesia and Alzheimer's disease

Older adults who have surgery with general anesthesia may experience a modest acceleration of cognitive decline, even years later. But there's no evidence of a link to Alzheimer's disease, according to new research from Mayo Clinic.

12 Mar 2020

BIN1 deficit leads to impaired spatial learning and memory

Bridging integrator 1, known as BIN1, is the second most common risk factor for late-onset Alzheimer's disease, according to genome-wide studies of genetic variants. Yet, scientists know little about what this protein does in the brain.

11 Mar 2020

Financial literacy empowers aging population in Japan

People with an understanding of basic finances are likely to be aware of existing legal and social services for people with dementia, according to a study of Japan's aging population.

11 Mar 2020

Study explores cognitive benefits of avocado consumption for overweight or obese adults

A diet including daily avocado consumption improves the ability to focus attention in adults whose measurements of height and weight are categorized as overweight or obese, a new randomized control trial found.

10 Mar 2020

New approach to stimulate immune cells may provide better protection against Alzheimer's

Scientists at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases, the Ludwig-Maximilians-Universitaet Munich and Denali Therapeutics (South San Francisco, CA, USA) have developed an approach to stimulate immune cells of the brain in such a way that they might possibly provide better protection against Alzheimer's disease.

10 Mar 2020

Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

Latest Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

Novel Alzheimer's risk genes affect microglial response to amyloid-beta

Woman's risk for negative mood, executive dysfunction after ovary removal linked to childhood adversity

Antioxidant treatment in acute ischemic stroke could delay onset of clinically overt dementia

Technology effectively detects harsh side effect of breast cancer treatment

Reports of flu-like symptoms seen with Keto diet

Alzheimer's and its helper protein

Administering specialized lipids prevents memory loss, inflammation in Down syndrome mouse model

NCAM2 protein is a vital factor in the formation of cerebral cortex, neuronal morphogenesis

NTHU research team develops new treatment for Parkinson’s disease

Protective brain-cell housekeeping mechanism may also be involved in regulating sleep

No evidence of a link between surgery with anesthesia and Alzheimer's disease

BIN1 deficit leads to impaired spatial learning and memory

Financial literacy empowers aging population in Japan

Study explores cognitive benefits of avocado consumption for overweight or obese adults

New approach to stimulate immune cells may provide better protection against Alzheimer's

Stress-linked disorders increase the risk of later brain degeneration

Scientists create new tool to study the genetic underpinnings of brain disorders

UQ study identifies a major shift in how to treat brain injuries

Study: Distraction by technology during mealtimes may reduce food intake

Researchers find link between interferon, neuroinflammation and synapse loss in Alzheimer's

eBook: Advancing neurodegenerative research with iPSC-derived microglia models eBook

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

Latest Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

eBook: Advancing neurodegenerative research with iPSC-derived microglia models eBook

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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