Scientists developed a human neuron model to explore tau protein spread in neurodegenerative diseases, identifying the UFMylation cascade as a novel therapeutic target and uncovering about 500 genes influencing tau propagation.
A new study in Neurology shows erectile dysfunction medications may reduce Alzheimer's risk by 18%. Exploring drug repurposing, researchers found men prescribed these drugs had a lower incidence of Alzheimer's, offering a promising avenue for prevention and highlighting the need...
MIT researchers have found that 40Hz sensory gamma rhythm stimulation can significantly slow Alzheimer's progression by enhancing the brain's glymphatic system to clear amyloid proteins. This breakthrough offers new hope for treating Alzheimer's through non-invasive light and sound therapy.
UCLA Health discovers Kundalini Yoga enhances memory, reverses aging biomarkers, and supports brain health in women at Alzheimer's risk, surpassing standard memory exercises. A holistic approach may offer comprehensive cognitive benefits, highlighting yoga's potential in Alzheimer’s prevention.
Scientists have developed a machine learning model that predicts Alzheimer's onset up to seven years early, identifying high cholesterol and osteoporosis as key predictors, especially in women. Published in Nature Aging, this study marks a significant step toward early diagnosis...
An Italian study found that transplanting gut microbiota from Alzheimer's patients into healthy rats induced cognitive deficits, suggesting a causal link between gut microbiota and Alzheimer's symptoms, and highlighting the gut-brain axis's role in the disease.
Alzheimer's disproportionately affects women, but groundbreaking research reveals a brain enzyme, CYP46A1, might offer protection. Utilizing an anti-HIV drug, this study explores how enhancing brain health and memory through hormonal balance could shield women from this devastating disease.
For the first time, people worried about their risk of Alzheimer’s disease can go online, order a blood test, and receive results in the privacy of their homes. This might seem appealing on the surface, but the development has Alzheimer’s...
A study involving mice sparked global headlines with a startling claim: could picking your nose be a gateway to Alzheimer’s disease? However, the leap from rodent brains to human health risks, especially around such a commonplace habit as nose picking,...
Researchers have uncovered a significant link between subtle changes in everyday memory, attention, and navigation abilities and biological markers of Alzheimer's disease. This finding, published in the Journal of the International Neuropsychological Society, suggests that simple self-reported and informant-reported assessments...
Researchers found that higher levels of certain blood fatty acids, particularly clupanodonic acid, are linked to lower brain amyloid-beta levels, potentially indicating reduced Alzheimer's disease risk.
A scientific review highlights the ketogenic diet's potential in managing Alzheimer's disease by providing an alternative brain energy source and impacting key Alzheimer's markers. This diet, traditionally for epilepsy, may offer neuroprotective benefits. However, the review emphasizes the need for...
A six-week study published in General Psychiatry reveals that non-invasive transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) notably improves cognitive functions in Alzheimer's patients. This significant finding suggests a new, effective, and low-risk treatment method for a disease with limited current options.
Research sheds light on the role of protein ABCA7 in Alzheimer's disease, linking its regulation to cholesterol metabolism and inflammation. These insights could lead to targeted treatments addressing these pathways.
Recent findings show that certain genetic mutations can delay the onset of Alzheimer's symptoms, and understanding these protective genes could pave the way for treatments that not only slow the disease's progression but potentially prevent it altogether.