Disruption of glial circadian rhythms linked to Alzheimer’s disease progression
Alzheimer’s disease is notorious for scrambling patients’ daily rhythms. Restless nights with little sleep and increased napping during…
Study reveals how a microglial mutation increases risk for Alzheimer’s disease
Dominika Pilat, PhD, and Ana Griciuc, PhD, of the Department of Neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital are the lead…
Uncovering a molecular weakness in Ewing sarcoma for targeted therapy
A research team at the Seville Biomedical Institute (IBis) has identified a new molecular mechanism that explains the…
Digital test plus blood biomarker boosts accuracy of Alzheimer’s diagnosis in primary care
By confirming cognitive impairment before ordering amyloid blood tests, this two-step approach cuts false positives, streamlines referrals, and…
Study reveals acidic conditions as key to pancreatic cancer survival
Tumors are not a comfortable place to live: oxygen deficiency, nutrient scarcity, and the accumulation of sometimes harmful…
Radiomics significantly outperforms clinical models for predicting NPC treatment outcome
Nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC) is a highly aggressive malignancy, with most patients presenting at locally advanced stages. While immune…
Blood and brain biomarkers transform how doctors confirm Alzheimer’s disease
By integrating clinical assessment with cutting-edge biomarkers, researchers chart a practical pathway to faster and fairer Alzheimer’s diagnosis,…
UC Riverside receives $2 million grant to explore how gut bacteria shape human health
One day, bottles of probiotics might do more than keep you regular —Â they could help prevent disease. To…
Study provides new insights into the mechanisms of fetal membrane healing
When a pregnant woman’s water breaks too early, it often leads to preterm birth, with no effective method…
UNM researcher develops new model for characterizing different forms of vascular dementia
Vascular dementia – cognitive impairment caused by disease in the brain’s small blood vessels – is a widespread…
High fat diet impairs memory formation through autophagy dysfunction
Modern lifestyles and dietary changes have significantly increased the consumption of high-fat foods, contributing to a steep rise…
New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…