MIT researchers map dynamic fuzzy coat surrounding tau protein fibrils
One of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease is the clumping of proteins called Tau, which form tangled fibrils…
Early prediction of Alzheimer’s disease using longitudinal electronic health records of US military veterans
Sample characteristics The CP-I cohort includes 61,537 AD cases (1,143 [1.9%] women; mean [SD] age at AD onset,…
Brain-altering meds linked to falls, confusion being prescribed to 25% of older adults with dementia
This is a prescription for disaster. While all medications carry potential side effects, certain types have been shown…
Single-cell analysis reveals gene disruptions in early-onset Alzheimer’s brain regions
A new study led by researchers at UTHealth Houston investigated both gene expression and regulation at single cell…
New sound therapy found to flush out toxic Alzheimer’s proteins from brain
Scientists have shown that a non-invasive sound stimulation of the brain at a specific frequency can clear toxic…
New finger-prick blood test could help detect Alzheimer’s from a home-collected sample
A new blood test that detects Alzheimer’s by taking a sample from a finger prick could diagnose the…
Brain Health Challenge: Workouts to Strengthen Your Brain
The 5-Day Brain Health Challenge A sharper, more resilient mind starts here. Friday Make 5 Appointments Today, you’re…
How the brain protects itself from Alzheimer’s disease: study
High levels of calcium are toxic to cells and contribute to loss of neurons in Alzheimer’s disease. A…
Brain Health Challenge: Try the MIND Diet
Welcome to Day 2 of the Brain Health Challenge. Today, we’re talking about food. Your brain is an…
Brain Health Challenge: Test Your Knowledge of Healthy Habits
Welcome to the Brain Health Challenge! I’m Dana Smith, a reporter at The New York Times, and I’ll…
How can you protect your brain health? Move, brush regularly, check your blood pressure
This is the 79th instalment in a series on dementia, including the research into its causes and treatment,…
Research highlights a potential therapeutic strategy for vascular dementia
A possible new treatment for impaired brain blood flow and related dementias is on the horizon. Research by…