FeaturedGenetics·July 25, 2016·4 min readEmbryonic Gene Nanog Reverses Aging in Adult Stem CellsResearchers reveal the gene Nanog can reverse aging in adult stem cells. The findings could help to develop new treatments for Alzheimer's and other age related disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·July 12, 2016·4 min readMiddle Age Memory Decline a Matter of Changing FocusMemory decline that starts during middle age may be the result of changes in what information the brain focuses on when forming and retrieving memories.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurology·July 6, 2016·4 min readGenetic Risk Factors For Alzheimer’s May Be Detectable in Young AdultsA new study reports the genetic risk score may be able to detect those at higher risk for developing Alzheimer's disease, even during early adulthood.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 29, 2016·3 min readNew Clues About The Aging Brain’s Memory FunctionsA new study links the D2 dopamine receptor to long-term episodic memory.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesVisual Neuroscience·June 22, 2016·6 min readHow Visual Perception Slows With AgeAccording to researchers, older people experience deficits in inhibition. This can affect how quickly they process visual information.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 16, 2016·4 min readHow Older People LearnImpaired perception experienced by older people goes hand in hand with a spatial enhancement of brain activity, a new study reports.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 14, 2016·2 min readSleepiness and Fatigue Linked to Atrophy in Cognitively Normal ElderlyResearchers report cognitively normal older people who experience excessive sleepiness during the day have more brain atrophy than those who do not experience fatigue.Read More
FeaturedPsychology·June 14, 2016·4 min readWhy Seniors Tend to be Less Confident With Their Memories'Cluttering' of the brain and memory is one reason why older people are more susceptible to manipulation, a new study reports.Read More
Featured·June 9, 2016·5 min readNew Robotic System Can Assist the Elderly and People With DisabilitiesResearchers are working to develop new assistive robotic systems that can improve the quality of life for the elderly and those with disabilities.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 8, 2016·5 min readExercise During Middle Age Could Protect Against Memory Loss LaterA 20 year study finds regular exercise during mid-life appears to be a key protector against memory decline in later years.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·June 6, 2016·3 min readGene Study to Shed Light on Aging BrainResearchers report more than 1000 people have had their entire genetic make-up decoded as part of a long-term study to gain insight into why some people’s brains age better than others.Read More
FeaturedMost PopularNeuroscience·June 4, 2016·4 min readDietary Fiber May Be Key To Healthy AgingResearchers report eating the right amount of dietary fibers from cereals, breads and fruits can help us to avoid disease and disabilities associated with aging.Read More
