Drug developed to treat Alzheimer’s disease found to reduce obesity and improve heart function
Study found that a drug first developed to treat Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia and sickle cell disease reduces obesity and fatty liver.
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Joseph Shavit
- Nov 14, 2022
Alzheimer's disease can be identified before symptoms emerge
New research has shown that people with Alzheimer's disease can now be identified before they experience any symptoms.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 13, 2022
Researchers solve the mystery of how different brain regions are connected
To understand how our brain works, there is no getting around investigating how different brain regions are connected with each other.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 12, 2022
Researchers discover vital new contributor to Alzheimer's disease
A pathway that begins in the gut and ends with a potent pro-inflammatory toxin in brain cells contributes to the development of Alzheimer’s.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 11, 2022
Groundbreaking discovery enables people with paralysis to walk again
A study by Lausanne-based scientists has identified the neurons that may help to improve walking ability post-paralysis.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 10, 2022
Alzheimers breakthough as major study identifies the mechanisms behind learning and memory
Researchers have identified the intracellular signal cascade through which ACh regulates aversive learning, a major test for AD drugs.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 10, 2022
Major discovery made regarding juvenile Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease, which accounts for 5–10% of all PD cases, affects 3% of population over 65 years old with an average onset at 60.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 8, 2022
Groundbreaking study identifies the cause of ADHD
ADHD is one of the most common neurological disorders and is characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity and difficuly focusing
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 7, 2022
Science is one step closer to understanding human consciousness
Where in the brain consciousness resides has been one of the biggest questions in science, said Associate Professor Masafumi Oizumi.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 7, 2022
Breakthrough study identifies how exercise protects against Alzheimers and Parkinsons
Accumulating evidence finds that exercise can improve brain function and delay or prevent the onset of neurodegenerative diseases
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 1, 2022
Dramatic study points to an effective cure for brain cancer
Dramatic results in glioblastoma research: eliminating the astrocytes surrounding the tumors resulted in cancer cell death.
Joseph Shavit
- Nov 1, 2022
Amazing molecule can reverse the effects of concussions
ISRIB reverses the effects of traumatic brain injury (TBI) on areas of neurons called dendritic spines that are critical to cognition.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 30, 2022
These seven questions can establish how wise you are
Wisdom measures are increasingly being used to study factors that impact mental health and optimal aging.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 30, 2022
Nearly one in 10 U.S. adults over age 65 have dementia
The first study of cognitive impairment in more than 20 years has found that nearly one in 10 U.S. adults over age 65 have dementia.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 30, 2022
New research suggests nose picking could increase risk for Alzheimer’s and dementia
Griffith University researchers have demonstrated that a bacteria can travel through the olfactory nerve in the nose and into the brain
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 26, 2022
Best evidence yet that lowering blood pressure can prevent dementia
A global study has provided the strongest evidence to date that lowering blood pressure in later life can cut the risk of dementia.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 26, 2022
Three critical factors keep your brain sharp and healthy
Your brain is pretty fabulous. Around 100 billion nerve cells work together to keep you nimble and quick in your thinking.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 25, 2022
Video gaming associated with better cognitive performance in children
2,000 child study found that those who played video games for three hours per day or more performed better on cognitive skills tests.
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 25, 2022
Researchers identify molecule that reduces Alzheimers disease
Study led by IDOR found positive correlations regarding lipoxin A4 on cognitive brain functions and the endocannabinoid system
Joseph Shavit
- Oct 23, 2022
Novel PET scan detects earliest signs of Alzheimer’s disease
A positron emission tomography (PET) scan is an imaging test that can reveal the metabolic or biochemical function of your tissues & organs.
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