FeaturedNeurology·July 2, 2013·4 min readDrug Improves Cognitive Function in Mouse Model of Down SyndromeFormoterol, an asthma medication, improves cognitive function in mouse models of Down syndrome.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 28, 2013·3 min readDown Syndrome Neurons Grown From Stem Cells Show Signature ProblemsUsing induced pluripotent stem cells which were grown into brain cells, researchers were provided with a way to look at early brain development in Down syndrome.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·January 30, 2013·2 min readUltrasound Reveals Markers for Down’s SyndromeResearchers have found that some second-trimester markers for Down’s syndrome detected by ultrasound increase the risk of giving birth to a child with the condition. The findings could help address the risks pregnant women face in having a child with Down’s syndrome.Read More
GeneticsNeurology·May 16, 2012·3 min readResearcher Discovers Role of Gene Variant Associated with Alzheimer’s Disease in Damage to Brain Circulation, FunctionA gene variant responsible for vascular damage to the brain is a promising new target for drug therapy to fight...Read More
Genetics·February 2, 2012·4 min readDNA Test that Identifies Down Syndrome in Pregnancy Can Also Detect Trisomy 18 and Trisomy 13A newly available DNA-based prenatal blood test that can identify a pregnancy with Down syndrome can also identify two additional...Read More
FeaturedNeurology·June 13, 2011·4 min readBrain Scan Identifies Patterns of Plaques and Tangles in Adults with Down SyndromeIn one of the first studies of its kind, UCLA researchers used a unique brain scan to assess the levels...Read More