Alzheimer’s moves faster in people with Down syndrome

A new study that finds Alzheimer’s disease progresses faster in people with Down syndrome highlights the need for therapies.

Jessica Church - Washington U. in St. Louis • futurity
April 25, 2024 ~9 min

New model reveals hidden patterns in Alzheimer’s

“This research shows that [Alzheimer's disease] progresses differently in each person, with unique patterns of biomarker changes.”

Shantell Kirkendoll-Duke • futurity
April 17, 2024 ~6 min


Air pollution boosts Alzheimer’s disease risk

A new study has found that adults exposed to high levels of air pollution were at an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.

Rob Spahr-Emory • futurity
April 11, 2024 ~4 min

Human brains are getting bigger

Human brains are getting bigger. Researchers hypothesize that might be good news for dementia risk.

Lisa Howard-UC Davis • futurity
March 26, 2024 ~6 min

Is the definition of Alzheimer’s disease wrong?

On this episode of the Big Brains podcast, neurobiologist Karl Herrup argues we need to go back to the drawing board on Alzheimer's disease.

U. Chicago • futurity
March 22, 2024 ~3 min

Keto diet delays Alzheimer’s memory loss in mice

A molecule found in the keto diet plays a key role in preventing early memory decline in mice, researchers say.

Amy Quinton-UC Davis • futurity
March 21, 2024 ~4 min

Blame gut bacteria for why more women develop Alzheimer’s?

Two new studies investigate the roles of the gut microbiome and estrogen in higher Alzheimer's disease rates among women.

Matt Wood-U. Chicago • futurity
March 21, 2024 ~9 min

Alzheimer’s blood test could replace spinal taps and brain scans

A simple blood test to diagnose Alzheimer's disease could make early diagnosis and treatment accessible to more people.

Katie George-Rochester • futurity
Feb. 22, 2024 ~9 min


Agent Orange damages the brain like Alzheimer’s

The neurotoxic effects of Agent Orange can affect the long-term brain health of veterans and anyone exposed to similar herbicides.

Corrie Pikul-Brown • futurity
Feb. 14, 2024 ~8 min

Are benefits of the new Alzheimer’s drug overblown?

The cost, time burden, and potential side effects of a new Alzheimer's drug may not be worth the minimal benefit, research suggests.

Lauren Baggett-U. Georgia • futurity
Jan. 25, 2024 ~4 min

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