Low levels of ‘happiness’ chemical may play role in Alzheimer’s

The loss of the so-called "happiness" chemical, serotonin, may contribute to memory problems, including Alzheimer's disease.

Kristen Crocker-Johns Hopkins • futurity
Dec. 11, 2023 ~6 min

Smart trackers may predict health risks in older adults

Wearable devices that measure circadian rest-activity rhythms may be able to assess frailty-related health risks more than six years before an incidence occurs, according to a new study.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Nov. 20, 2023 ~4 min


Cellular atlas guides new understanding of brain

New technology gives voice to pathologic changes in neurodegenerative illnesses like Alzheimer’s and epilepsy.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Oct. 24, 2023 ~5 min

Innovative imaging maps area of brain linked to speech

New technology gives voice to pathologic changes in neurodegenerative illnesses like Alzheimer’s and epilepsy.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Oct. 24, 2023 ~5 min

AI-driven techniques reveal new targets for drug discovery

Researchers have developed a method to identify new targets for human disease, including neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Cambridge University News • cambridge
Sept. 27, 2023 ~5 min

Aerobic and strength training exercise combined can be an elixir for better brain health in your 80s and 90s, new study finds

It’s long been known that exercise helps maintain strength and agility as we age. New research points to the importance of exercise type in supporting cognitive health in the latest decades of life.

Ronald Cohen, Professor of Clinical and Health Psychology, University of Florida • conversation
Sept. 25, 2023 ~5 min

Alzheimer's disease is partly genetic − studying the genes that delay decline in some may lead to treatments for all

Despite decades of starts and stops, new treatments and key genetic discoveries are giving researchers great hope for slowing or eventually preventing Alzheimer’s disese.

Steven DeKosky, Professor of Neurology and Neuroscience, University of Florida • conversation
Sept. 15, 2023 ~10 min

Alzheimer’s-linked protein is a driver of preeclampsia

The same protein that signifies Alzheimer's disease is also a driver of the life-threatening pregnancy condition of preeclampsia.

Corrie Pikul-Brown • futurity
Sept. 14, 2023 ~7 min


1 protein may predict cognitive impairment years in advance

A protein in spinal fluid in healthy adults predicted later onset of mild cognitive impairment and dementia years before symptoms.

Caslon Hatch-Johns Hopkins • futurity
Sept. 12, 2023 ~7 min

‘Molecular road’ to Alzheimer’s leads to new treatment strategy

Genetic detective work sheds light on SORL1 gene offering possible new treatments, especially for patients not responsive to existing therapies.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Aug. 22, 2023 ~5 min

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