FeaturedGenetics·June 17, 2013·4 min readRare Genomic Mutations Found in Ten Families with Early-Onset, Familial Alzheimer’s DiseaseA new study uncovers unique changes in DNA structure in genes important to neuronal function in relatives with early onset, familial Alzheimer's disease.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·March 1, 2013·3 min readMisplaced Molecules: New Insights into the Causes of DementiaNew research supports the idea that a malfunction of the TDP-43 protein plays a decisive role in the development of ALS and FTD.Read More
FeaturedNeurology·February 12, 2013·3 min readNovel Protein May Help Detect Lou Gehrig’s Disease and DementiaResearchers discover an abnormal protein that accumulates in the brains of patients affected with ALS and frontotemporal dementia. The findings have uncovered a potentially new therapeutic target and biomarker that would allow clinicians to confirm diagnosis of the diseases.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 15, 2013·2 min readResearchers Identify New Genetic Mutation for ALSResearchers have identified a new genetic mutation for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), opening the door to future targeted therapies.Read More
Psychology·April 10, 2012·3 min readNew MRI Technique May Predict Progress of DementiasComputer Modeling Supports Theory That Many Dementias Spread Like Prion Diseases. A new technique for analyzing brain images offers the...Read More
