Sleep habits linked to larger risk of dementia, study finds
According to a new study, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.
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JJ Shavit
- 2 days ago
New blood biomarker can predict the development of Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Findings could potentially reshape our understanding of this devastating neurodegenerative disease that progressively leads to dementia.
JJ Shavit
- 4 days ago
Natural supplement found in milk and beer may successfully treat Alzheimer's Disease
Research supports the idea that NR can alter the metabolism of relevant biological pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases.
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
MIT scientists have discovered a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Treatment for the disease interferes with the activity of enzymes that are typically overactive in the brains of Alzheimer’s patients
JJ Shavit
- 6 days ago
Eye movements reveal how children and adults read and process information, study finds
Skilled readers are known to extract information not only from the word they are looking at but from the one directly following it.
JJ Shavit
- 7 days ago
Scientists discover 3 critical factors that keep your brain sharp and healthy
As we age, the brain's capabilities begin to decline, leading to difficulties such as forgetfulness, reduced ability to follow conversations
JJ Shavit
- May 19
Scientists develop the best predictor of intelligence, study finds
New analysis offers the clearest picture yet of how various brain regions and neural networks contribute to a person’s problem-solving.
JJ Shavit
- May 17
Lost something of value? This amazing robot can help
A new way to program robots to help people with dementia locate medicine, glasses, phones and other objects they need but have lost
JJ Shavit
- May 15
Sleep habits can substantially increase dementia risk
According to a new international study, how long people sleep and when they go to bed could influence their risk of dementia.
JJ Shavit
- May 14
Scientists identify a brain marker indicating future suicide risk
This is a significant breakthrough, as it could help identify those at risk for suicide and pave the way for new treatments.
JJ Shavit
- May 13
Researchers discover the cause of Alzheimer’s disease - affecting millions of people worldwide
Alzheimer's disease is a debilitating neurodegenerative disorder that affects millions of people worldwide.
JJ Shavit
- May 13
Breakthrough brain study uncovers four different types of Autism
Study shows that people with autism spectrum disorder can be classified into 4 distinct subtypes based on their brain activity and behavior
JJ Shavit
- May 9
Scientists finally figured out how the sixth sense actually works
In order to perform synchronized movements, our bodies depend on specific sensory neurons located in our muscles and joints.
JJ Shavit
- May 8
Groundbreaking new study identifies the cause of ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects an estimated 5% of children worldwide, and 2.5% of adults, according to the WHO.
JJ Shavit
- May 2
Reduced muscle strength could be a dementia warning sign
Research indicates this could also be a signal for another sinister health concern of ageing: late-life dementia.
JJ Shavit
- May 1
Alzheimer's patients can substantially benefit from sensory stimulation
The therapy involves exposing the patient to flickering light and sound at a frequency of 40Hz, and has already produced positive results
JJ Shavit
- Apr 29
Natural dietary supplement can successfully treat Alzheimer's Disease
Research supports the idea that NR can alter the metabolism of relevant biological pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 26
Major new discovery about mammalian brains surprises researchers
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the mammalian brain leading to the development of new pharmaceuticals.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 25
Researchers uncover three key factors for a sharp and healthy mind
The brain is a remarkable organ, consisting of 100 billion interconnected neurons that work tirelessly to ensure our mental agility.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 25
Gamechanging study finds that sugar is critical to the prevention and cure of Alzheimer's
Researchers say they discovered that a special sugar molecule could play a key role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
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