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Missing Link in Signals Contributes to Neurodegeneration
May 8, 2013 — In many neurodegenerative diseases the neurons of the brain are over-stimulated and this leads to their destruction. After many failed attempts and much scepticism this process was finally shown last ... > full story -
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 -
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 -
Suppressing Protein May Stem Alzheimer's Disease Process
April 25, 2013 — Scientists have discovered a potential strategy for developing treatments to stem the disease process in Alzheimer's disease. It's based on unclogging removal of toxic debris that accumulates in ... > full story
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