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Drugs to prevent stroke and dementia show promise in early trial

Neuroscience NewsApril 25, 2019

Two drugs commonly prescribed to treat heart disease and angina, are well tolerated in stroke patients. Early indications suggest the treatments may help to improve blood vessel function in the arms and brain, and may also improve cognitive skills.... Read More...

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The mobile game that can detect Alzheimer’s risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 24, 2019

Sea Hero Quest, a navigation themed cell phone game, is helping researchers to identify those at risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Those with a genetic risk factor for Alzheimer's perform worse on the spatial navigation tasks in the game, taking more time and less efficient routes to checkpoint goals.... Read More...

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More evidence that blood tests can detect the risk of Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsApril 23, 2019

Neurofilament light protein in plasma may be a noninvasive biomarker for neurodegeneration associated with Alzheimer's disease. ... Read More...

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Scientists propose new theory on Alzheimer’s, amyloid connection

Neuroscience NewsApril 23, 2019

Study finds a 'peculiar association' between amyloid precursor protein and cholesterol in the cell membrane of synapses. Amyloid precursor protein may contribute to cholesterol deficiency, triggering neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Light, physical activity reduces brain aging

Neuroscience NewsApril 19, 2019

Light physical activity has positive benefits for brain health as we age. Spending an hour participating in light intensity physical activity was associated with the equivalent of 1.1 years less brain aging. Every additional hour spent exercising was linked to higher brain volume.... Read More...

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Blood pressure drug shows promise for treating Parkinson’s and dementia in animal study

Neuroscience NewsApril 18, 2019

Felodipine, a common hypertension medication, induces autophagy and clears aggregate-prone proteins associated with neurodegenerative diseases. The study reveals the drug clears mutant alpha-synuclein in the brains of mice at plasma concentrations to those seen in humans taking the medication. Felodipine appears to have some neuroprotective properties in mouse models of neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...

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Aging gracefully: Study identifies factors for healthy memory at any age

Neuroscience NewsApril 10, 2019

Older adults who have higher levels of education, embark on more social activities and stay cognitively active have a slower rate of cognitive decline than those who engage in less self-maintenance and social activities. ... Read More...

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Zapping Memories: Electrostimulation Restores Working Memory of 70 Year Olds’ to That of 20 Year Olds’

Neuroscience NewsApril 9, 2019

Non-invasive electrostimulation restores working memory in 70-year-olds, allowing for comparable to cognitive abilities to those of 20-year-olds. The technology increases neural synchronization patterns and information flow between frontotemporal regions of the brain. This results in rapid improvements of working memory in older people, which lasted for more than 50 minutes post stimulation. The findings offer new hope to those suffering age-related memory impairments. ... Read More...

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Does herpes cause Alzheimer’s?

Neuroscience NewsApril 7, 2019

The herpes simplex virus 1, the virus responsible for cold sores, may account for 50% of Alzheimer's disease cases. HSV1 causes protein deposits which are characteristic of Alzheimer's disease. Findings also reveal antiviral treatments can help to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's in those with HSV1.... Read More...

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Eyes reveal early Alzheimer’s disease

Neuroscience NewsApril 5, 2019

Using OCT angiography to quantify capillary changes in the back of the eye can help in the detection, and monitor the progression, of Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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A “Low Dose Aspirin” for Dementia? Drug Ready for First in-Human Testing

Neuroscience NewsApril 2, 2019

MW-151, a new drug that blocks 'bad' inflammation in the brain is about to be tested in a new human trial. Researchers believe the new drug could help stave off dementia.... Read More...

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A shorter reproductive window in women linked to increased dementia risk

Neuroscience NewsApril 2, 2019

Reproductive spans of less than 34 years were linked to an increased risk of developing dementia in women. In those who had hysterectomies, the associated Alzheimer's risk was elevated by 8%.... Read More...

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Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

Sleep frees the hippocampus for new memory contents

Off with her head! Did Anne Boleyn really try to speak after being beheaded?

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Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

Sleep frees the hippocampus for new memory contents

Off with her head! Did Anne Boleyn really try to speak after being beheaded?

Neurology

Off with her head! Did Anne Boleyn really try to speak after being beheaded?

Stem cells from hair follicles have potential to repair myelin sheath in mice

Exercise activates memory neural networks in older adults

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Scientists translate brain signals into speech sounds

Artificial intelligence can diagnose PTSD by analyzing voices

Robotics

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Robots created with 3D printers could be caring for those in golden years

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Cannabis addiction influenced by genetic make-up

Haunted by the past: Insomniacs unable to get emotional distress off their mind

dementia

Drugs to prevent stroke and dementia show promise in early trial

The mobile game that can detect Alzheimer’s risk

More evidence that blood tests can detect the risk of Alzheimer’s

Scientists propose new theory on Alzheimer’s, amyloid connection

Light, physical activity reduces brain aging

Blood pressure drug shows promise for treating Parkinson’s and dementia in animal study

Zapping Memories: Electrostimulation Restores Working Memory of 70 Year Olds’ to That of 20 Year Olds’

Does herpes cause Alzheimer’s?

Eyes reveal early Alzheimer’s disease

A “Low Dose Aspirin” for Dementia? Drug Ready for First in-Human Testing

A shorter reproductive window in women linked to increased dementia risk