As the brain ages, a region in the hippocampus becomes imbalanced, causing forgetfulness. Researchers say…
Browsing: Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that is the most common cause of dementia, affecting memory, thinking, and behavior. It typically begins with mild memory loss and gradually worsens, eventually interfering with daily tasks and cognitive function. Characterized by the buildup of abnormal protein deposits—amyloid plaques and tau tangles—in the brain, Alzheimer’s is currently incurable, though research is rapidly evolving. Ongoing scientific studies are exploring its causes, early detection methods, genetic risk factors, and potential treatments, with the goal of better understanding and ultimately halting or reversing the disease.
Researchers found that the glycan RPTP zeta S3L binds to microglial CD33 receptors in Alzheimer’s…
Healthy habits, including staying active and managing blood pressure, were found to lower dementia risk…
Researchers from the University of Tsukuba in Japan, find that higher levels of dietary fiber,…
Longer and more frequent napping was correlated with worse cognition. Could there be a connection…
Increased volume of an important structure in the brain called the choroid plexus is linked…
People with higher levels of antioxidants in their blood may be less likely to develop…
Daytime sleep duration triples after Alzheimer’s diagnosis, UCSF-Harvard led study shows. Daytime napping in the…
University of Cincinnati studies effects of blueberry supplementation in at-risk, middle-aged population. The old adage…
UC San Diego researchers found elevated PHGDH levels linked to Alzheimer’s disease in both blood…
A new study reveals that cellular stress can help reverse protein aggregation linked to dementia.…
Richard Isaacson, M.D., leads first study to define sex differences in outcomes of tailored Alzheimer’s…
Surprising research findings in mice could lead to new insights and treatments for a wide…
Medicare limited Aduhelm coverage amid doubts about its cognitive benefits. While it reduces amyloid plaques,…
Researchers found that changes accumulated in the brain cells of patients with Alzheimer’s disease at…
Each condition causes a different type of language impairment in primary progressive aphasia (PPA). Word…
First-ever study to measure high-density lipoprotein particle numbers in spinal fluid led by Keck School…
USC Endocrinologist Takes Alzheimer’s Disease Research in New Directions A USC Keck School of Medicine…