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Turning Alzheimer's Fuzzy Signals Into High Definition
May 7, 2013 — Scientists have discovered that cholinesterase inhibitors allow signals to enter the brain with less background noise. And the drugs work in the sensory cortices, not the more sophisticated ... > full story -
Older Adults' Memory Lapses Linked to Problems Processing Everyday Events
May 7, 2013 — Some memory problems common to older adults may stem from an inability to segment daily life into discrete experiences, according to a new ... > full story -
Using Anticholinergics for as Few as 60 Days Causes Memory Problems in Older Adults
May 7, 2013 — Research on medications commonly taken by older adults has found that drugs with strong anticholinergic effects cause cognitive impairment when taken continuously for as few as 60 days. A similar ... > full story -
New Perspective Needed for Role of Major Alzheimer's Gene
May 7, 2013 — Scientists' picture of how a gene strongly linked to Alzheimer's disease harms the brain may have to be revised, researchers have ... > full story -
Boosting 'Cellular Garbage Disposal' Can Delay the Aging Process
May 6, 2013 — Biologists have identified a gene, previously implicated in Parkinson's disease, that can delay the onset of aging and extend the healthy life span of fruit flies. This research has important ... > full story -
Cognitive Impairment in Families With Exceptional Longevity Studied
May 6, 2013 — Researchers examines the relationship between families with exceptional longevity and cognitive impairment consistent with Alzheimer ... > full story -
Human Brain Cells Developed in Lab, Grow in Mice
May 3, 2013 — A key type of human brain cell developed in the laboratory grows seamlessly when transplanted into the brains of mice, researchers have discovered, raising hope that these cells might one day be used ... > full story -
One Step Closer to a Blood Test for Alzheimer's
May 1, 2013 — Scientists are much closer to developing a screening test for the early detection of Alzheimer's ... > full story -
No Link Between Anesthesia, Dementia in Elderly
May 1, 2013 — Elderly patients who receive anesthesia are no more likely to develop long-term dementia or Alzheimer’s disease than other seniors, according to new research. The study analyzed thousands of ... > full story -
Discovery Helps Explain How Children Develop Rare, Fatal Disease
April 30, 2013 — Biochemistry researchers have published conclusive scientific evidence that the gene ATP7A is essential for the dietary absorption of the nutrient copper. Their work with laboratory mice also ... > full story
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