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New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

A single brain is unfathomably complex. So brain researchers, whether they're looking at datasets built from 300,000 neurons in 81 mice or from MRIs of 1,200 young adults, are now dealing with so much information that they must also come up with new methods to comprehend it.

22 Sep 2023

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine identify a key step in the development of harmful tau tangles, offering a potential target for preventing brain damage in diseases like Alzheimer's. The study highlights the role of long noncoding RNAs, particularly SNHG8, in stress granule formation and tau aggregation, opening new avenues for treatment.

22 Sep 2023

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

This recent study in the journal Nutrients delves into the nutritional power of hemp seeds, highlighting their potential as a rich source of proteins, essential fatty acids, and dietary fiber—particularly valuable for vegetarians. The paper also suggests that hemp could offer numerous health benefits, from antioxidant activity to potentially aiding in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, paving the way for more focused research.

22 Sep 2023

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link TBI with dementia

Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link traumatic brain injury (TBI) with dementia, according to a recently published hypothesis in Alzheimer's & Dementia: Translational Research & Clinical Interventions, a journal of the Alzheimer's Association.

21 Sep 2023

Compound found in hops can combat metabolic syndrome by reducing Oscillibacter population

Researchers have shown in a mouse model and lab cultures that a compound derived from hops reduces the abundance of a gut bacterium associated with metabolic syndrome.

21 Sep 2023

Does arsenic exposure cause mortality due to cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and congenital anomalies?

The association between arsenic exposure due to groundwater contamination and mortality rates.

21 Sep 2023

New brain regions crucial to the formation of long-term memory identified

Researchers at The University of Queensland have identified new regions of the brain crucial to the formation of long-term memory.

20 Sep 2023

FAU awarded $1.3 million grant to improve quality of life for individuals with dementia and their families

Florida Atlantic University's María de los Ángeles Ortega, DNP, APRN, in the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, has been awarded a three-year, $1.3 million grant from the Administration for Community Living's (ACL) Alzheimer's Disease Program Initiative for a groundbreaking project designed to advance health equity and improve quality of life for individuals living with or at high risk for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and their family caregivers.

20 Sep 2023

Doctors need better guidance on treating ADHD in over 50s

Doctors urgently need better international guidance on treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the over 50s, conclude world-leading experts reviewing current research on this increasing issue globally.

20 Sep 2023

Age and underlying conditions increase risk of critical outcomes for hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Whether vaccinated or not, having at least four disease risk factors put adults hospitalized due to COVID-19 at higher risk for critical outcomes, according to a 10-state study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's (CDC's) VISION Network.

19 Sep 2023

Does losing your sense of purpose signal the onset of cognitive decline?

A recent study in JAMA Network Open explores how an individual's sense of purpose in life changes before and after the onset of cognitive impairment, using data from two large, longitudinal studies. The research finds that while there are modest declines in purpose before cognitive decline, these reductions become significantly greater after cognitive impairment sets in, suggesting that maintaining a sense of purpose could be crucial for cognitive health.

19 Sep 2023

The importance of using the American Heart Association-recommended technique for blood pressure measurement

A modified cross-over design to compare methods of taking blood pressure readings.

19 Sep 2023

Study evaluates method of remote screening and assessment for cognitive impairment and dementia

Researchers evaluated the performance of the electronic Clinical Dementia Rating (eCDR) for cognitive impairment and dementia screening among older adults.

19 Sep 2023

Telecare improves outcomes for patients with dementia and lightens the load for unpaid caregivers

A UCSF telecare program that improves outcomes for patients with dementia and lightens the load for unpaid caregivers also has the surprising bonus of cutting Medicare costs, according to UC San Francisco research.

19 Sep 2023

Gaining new insights into neurological diseases by studying circular RNAs in brain cells

Researchers are gaining new insights into neurological diseases by studying circular RNAs (circRNAs) in brain cells.

19 Sep 2023

New immunoregulatory protein linked to autoimmune disease

Autoimmune diseases are complex illnesses, the causes of which are diverse and have not yet been fully explained.

18 Sep 2023

Rural nursing home supporters fear proposed staffing standards will trigger more closures

Many rural communities like this one face a health care dilemma: Is it better to have a nursing home that struggles to hire workers or no nursing home at all?

15 Sep 2023

Is maple syrup the ultimate natural sweetener? Researchers say it's more than just tasty!

Scientists explore the myriad benefits of maple syrup, revealing its nutritional, pharmacological, and sensory advantages over traditional sweeteners. From antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to controlling blood sugar and even potential anticancer effects, maple syrup is more than just a tasty topping.

14 Sep 2023

How does the APOE4 gene play both hero and villain in your health risks?

The study reveals that APOE4, a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's Disease and cardiovascular diseases, has complex effects on mortality risk. While APOE4 carriers with higher AD neuropathology have increased mortality risk, those with low neuropathology had a reduced risk of certain cancers, warranting further research into this genetic factor's diverse impact on health outcomes.

14 Sep 2023

Researchers discover backup protein quality control mechanism

Researchers from the Babraham Institute, UK, and the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) have identified a backup mechanism of protein quality control which prevents the toxic effects of protein aggregation in specific tissues when normal methods of molecular monitoring fail.

14 Sep 2023

Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

Latest Alzheimer's & Dementia News and Research

New software uncovers that myelin develops much slower after birth

Decoding tauopathies: New study identifies non-coding RNA as a key player in Alzheimer's

Is hemp the superfood vegetarians have been waiting for?

Cerebrospinal fluid leaks may be one of the mechanisms that link TBI with dementia

Compound found in hops can combat metabolic syndrome by reducing Oscillibacter population

Does arsenic exposure cause mortality due to cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's and congenital anomalies?

New brain regions crucial to the formation of long-term memory identified

FAU awarded $1.3 million grant to improve quality of life for individuals with dementia and their families

Doctors need better guidance on treating ADHD in over 50s

Age and underlying conditions increase risk of critical outcomes for hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Does losing your sense of purpose signal the onset of cognitive decline?

The importance of using the American Heart Association-recommended technique for blood pressure measurement

Study evaluates method of remote screening and assessment for cognitive impairment and dementia

Telecare improves outcomes for patients with dementia and lightens the load for unpaid caregivers

Gaining new insights into neurological diseases by studying circular RNAs in brain cells

New immunoregulatory protein linked to autoimmune disease

Rural nursing home supporters fear proposed staffing standards will trigger more closures

Is maple syrup the ultimate natural sweetener? Researchers say it's more than just tasty!

How does the APOE4 gene play both hero and villain in your health risks?

Researchers discover backup protein quality control mechanism

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