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Genes Linking Alzheimer’s to Down Syndrome Discovered

Neuroscience NewsJune 26, 2018

Researchers report extra copies of genes on chromosome 21 increase Alzheimer's like pathology and cognitive impairment in mouse models of Down syndrome. The findings provide insight into early onset Alzheimer's in those with Down syndrome.... Read More...

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Placebo Effect Despite Intellectual Disability

Neuroscience NewsMay 17, 2017

A new study provides contrary evidence to popular belief and states people with congenital intellectual disabilities are sensitive to placebo-like effects. ... Read More...

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Study Estimates Numbers of People With Down Syndrome in the US Since 1950

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 9, 2016

Researchers track changes over decades and break down by racial groups the number of people diagnosed with Down syndrome.... Read More...

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Children of Older Mothers Do Better

Neuroscience NewsApril 12, 2016

According to researchers, the benefits of having children later in life outweigh possible biological risks for the offspring.... Read More...

Dysfunctional Endosomes Precede Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsApril 11, 2016

Abnormalities are linked to axonal dysfunctions and neurodegeneration in Alzheimer's disease and Down syndrome, a new study reports. ... Read More...

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Gene Linked to Down Syndrome Associated With Altered Oscillations in Cerebral Cortex

Neuroscience NewsApril 5, 2016

Researchers have identified alterations in neural circuitry that impact cerebral cortex pathology. These alterations could be key to cognitive deficits in Down syndrome.... Read More...

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Pinpointing a Potential Treatment Target for Down Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 25, 2016

A new study of gene activity in the brains of people with Down syndrome reveals the formation of white matter is affected throughout life.... Read More...

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A More Effective Speech Therapy Approach for Children with Down Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 6, 2016

According to a new study, children with Down syndrome who have motor speech deficits are often inadequately diagnosed.... Read More...

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A New Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Down Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsNovember 2, 2015

A new study reports the dementia associated with Down syndrome involves defects in GSAP, which also malfunctions in Alzheimer's disease.... Read More...

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Pathogenic Role of Amyloid Beta in Alzheimer’s Disease and Down Syndrome Dementia Confirmed

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 17, 2015

A new study furthers insight into how Alzheimer's disease naturally progresses.... Read More...

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Hippocampal Circuit Abnormalities Linked to Learning Difficulties in Down Syndrome

Neuroscience NewsAugust 3, 2015

A new study sheds light into a possible cause of learning difficulties in Down syndrome. ... Read More...

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New Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease Development Identified

Neuroscience NewsJuly 21, 2015

Researchers have implicated a new culprit in the development of Alzheimer's disease. The findings could influence new strategies for treatment.... Read More...

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Genes Linking Alzheimer’s to Down Syndrome Discovered

Study Estimates Numbers of People With Down Syndrome in the US Since 1950

Dysfunctional Endosomes Precede Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s Disease

Gene Linked to Down Syndrome Associated With Altered Oscillations in Cerebral Cortex

Pinpointing a Potential Treatment Target for Down Syndrome

A More Effective Speech Therapy Approach for Children with Down Syndrome

A New Link Between Alzheimer’s Disease and Down Syndrome

Pathogenic Role of Amyloid Beta in Alzheimer’s Disease and Down Syndrome Dementia Confirmed

Hippocampal Circuit Abnormalities Linked to Learning Difficulties in Down Syndrome

New Culprit in Alzheimer’s Disease Development Identified