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Scientists ID Compounds That Target Amyloid Fibrils in Alzheimer's, Other Brain Diseases
Scientists report an advance
toward "structure-based drug
design," with the potential
to delay or treat
Alzheimer's disease,
... > full story
Key Molecular Pathways Leading to Alzheimer's Identified
Key molecular pathways that
lead to late-onset
Alzheimer's disease have
been identified by
neuroscientists. The
findings present a new
... > full story
Does Being a Bookworm Boost Your Brainpower in Old Age?
New research suggests that
reading books, writing and
participating in
brain-stimulating activities
at any age may preserve
memory. ... > full story
Discovery Sheds Light on Why Alzheimer's Drugs Rarely Help
New research reveals that
the likely culprit behind
Alzheimer's has a different
molecular structure than
current drugs' target --
perhaps explaining why
... > full story
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New Drugs to Find the Right Target to Fight Alzheimer's Disease
August 2, 2013 — The future is looking good for drugs designed to combat Alzheimer's disease. Scientists have unveiled how two classes of drug compounds currently in clinical trials work to fight the disease. Their ... > full story -
Anemia Linked to Increased Risk of Dementia
July 31, 2013 — Anemia, or low levels of red blood cells, may increase the risk of dementia, according to a new ... > full story -
Increased Fluctuation in Blood Pressure Linked to Impaired Cognitive Function in Older People
July 30, 2013 — Higher variability in visit-to-visit blood pressure readings, independent of average blood pressure, could be related to impaired cognitive function in old age in those already at high risk of ... > full story -
Exercise May Be the Best Medicine for Alzheimer's Disease
July 30, 2013 — Regular, moderate exercise could improve memory and cognitive function in those at risk for Alzheimer's disease in a way no drug can. Scientists studied the effects of exercise on a group of older ... > full story -
Glucose Intolerance, Diabetes or Insulin Resistance Not Linked With Pathological Features of Alzheimer's Disease
July 29, 2013 — Glucose intolerance or insulin resistance do not appear to be associated with pathological features of Alzheimer disease (AD) or detection of the accumulation of the brain protein β-amyloid ... > full story -
Possible Blood Test for Alzheimer's Disease?
July 28, 2013 — A new blood test can be used to discriminate between people with Alzheimer's disease and healthy controls. It's hoped the test could one day be used to help diagnose the disease and other ... > full story -
Certain Blood Pressure Drugs Slow Dementia Deterioration
July 25, 2013 — A class of drug, called ACE inhibitors, which are used to lower blood pressure, slow the rate of cognitive decline typical of dementia, suggests new ... > full story -
Over 90 Percent of Dementia Cases in China Are Undetected, Study Finds
July 25, 2013 — An international team of researchers has found that over 90 percent of dementia cases in China go undetected, with a high level of undiagnosed dementia in rural ... > full story -
A Ginkgo Biloba Extract Promotes Proliferation of Endogenous Neural Stem Cells
July 23, 2013 — Neural stem cells proliferate in the subventricular zone and hippocampal dentate gyrus of adult mammals. However, the number of endogenous neural stem cells is insufficient to prevent cerebral ... > full story -
Updated Results from Phase 3 Trial of IVIG for Alzheimer's Disease
July 16, 2013 — Neurologists have reported new findings from the Phase 3 clinical trial of IVIG (intravenous immunoglobulin) in mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease. While the primary study outcomes were negative, ... > full story
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