A protein modification of MECP2 can convey neuroprotection under inflammation
Credit: UEF/ Raija Törrönen Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland have found a potential neuroprotective effect of a protein ...
Tag: Alzheimer
Of mice and men: Mutation linked to autism impairs oxytocin-mediated social behavior
Mutations associated with autism can inhibit the release of the bonding hormone oxytocin and cause abnormal social behavior in miceCredit: ...
Forsyth Institute and Sherlock Biosciences partner to advance research and technology of human biomarkers in the oral cavity
Credit: Photo by Matthew Modoono for Forsyth Institute The Forsyth Institute has entered into a strategic collaboration with Sherlock Biosciences, ...
Untangling the brain: new research offers hope for Alzheimer’s disease
Credit: Shireen Dooling for the Biodesign Institute at ASU Since the discovery of Alzheimer's disease over a century ago, two ...
Oleoyl-LPE exerts neurite stimulation and neuroprotection
Credit: Copyright 2021, Hisano et al., Shinshu University Lysophospholipids are phospholipids that have just one fatty acid chain, and in ...
Treatment for Alzheimer found effective in preventing inflammation in orthopedic implants
Credit: Tel Aviv University Dental and orthopedic implants are widely used around the world. Common causes for implant failure are ...
Temple scientists poised to gain insight into underpinnings of Alzheimer’s thanks to grant
Credit: Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (Philadelphia, PA) - Finding ways to optimize energy use is critical ...
Meditative practice and spiritual wellbeing may preserve cognitive function in aging
In the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease investigators review research that shows spiritual fitness and meditation mitigate the negative effects of ...
Alzheimer Europe calls for people with dementia and carers to be prioritized for vaccine
Alzheimer Europe calls for prioritisation of people with dementia and carers in COVID-19 vaccination programs across EuropeCredit: Alzheimer Europe Luxembourg, ...
Why do some neurons degenerate and die in Alzheimer’s disease, but not others?
New Gladstone research points to a mechanism driven by a protein associated with a higher risk of developing the diseaseCredit: ...
Pitt, WashU awarded $10.7 Million for Alzheimer’s disease genetic research
Credit: University of Pittsburgh PITTSBURGH, May 5, 2021 - Despite decades of research and investment, the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer's ...
Salk scientists reveal how brain cells in Alzheimer’s go awry, lose their identity
New technique models brain cells in older patients more accurately than ever beforeCredit: Salk Institute LA JOLLA--(April 27, 2021) Despite ...
Brain changes following traumatic brain injury share similarities with Alzheimer’s disease
Using MRIs and machine learning, researchers mapped comparable degenerative changes in gray and white matter of the brainCredit: Kenneth Rostowsky, ...
Study evaluates biomarker criteria for assessing Alzheimer’s risk
Community-based autopsy study of well-characterized older adults provides valuable data on influential research toolCredit: Adult Changes in Thought (ACT) study ...
POPULAR NEWS
-
NYU Abu Dhabi researchers identify unique survival strategies adopted by fish in the world’s warmest waters
-
CHOP experts describe types of rashes associated with MIS-C
-
Scientists discover that a protein associated with neurodegenerative diseases is also linked to childhood brain cancer
-
Automatic design of metaheuristics: The future of optimization?