New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia
Study reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.... Read More...
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Researchers Pinpoint Genes Tied to Dementia
Researchers have identified two major groups of genes involved in mutations that result in an overproduction of tau. The findings could offer new avenues for treatments to slow the progression of dementia.... Read More...
Normal Function of ALS and Dementia Linked Gene Determined
Researchers have identified the normal function of C9orf72, a gene commonly implicated in ALS and FTD.... Read More...
Machine Learning Uncovers Dementia Subtypes
A new machine learning algorithm is able to automatically able to distinguish between different patterns of progression in patients with a range of different dementias. The algorithm could enable to identify which treatments are most suited to individual patients.... Read More...
Regulating Microglial Activity May Reduce Inflammation in Neurodegenerative Diseases
Researchers report activating microglia may help reduce the imbalance between neuroprotection and neurotoxicity for neurodegenerative diseases.... Read More...
The Molecular Link Between Aging and Neurodegeneration
A new study provides new clues for the links between aging and neurodegenerative diseases. ... Read More...
Understanding the Origins of Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers investigate the role the BMI1 gene plays in the onset and development of Alzheimer's disease. The study reports the loss of BMI1 triggers and increased production of amyloid beta and decreases neural ability to eliminate the protein.... Read More...
ALS and FTD Share Genetic Link
A new study links common genetic variants to both ALS and frontotemporal dementia. The findings could help in the development of treatment strategies for both disorders, researchers report.... Read More...
Focusing on Early Stage of Illness May Be Key to Treating ALS
A new study reveals many inhibitory neurons are lost in early phases of ALS and FTD development. The findings show a contrast to other neurodegenerative diseases where excitatory neurons are lost early in the disorders.... Read More...
CRISPR Helps Find New Genetic Suspects Behind ALS and FTD
Using CRISPR, researchers have identified a new set of genes that may be implicated in both ALS and frontotemporal dementia.... Read More...
The Toxic Relationship Between ALS and Frontotemporal Dementia
Researchers report the C9ORF72 genetic mutation can lead to toxicity in neurons, causing 10 percent of all ALS cases and 10 percent of FTD cases. ... Read More...
Can Brain Lesions Contribute to Criminal Behavior?
Researchers report lesions within a brain network involved in moral decision making can contribute to criminal behavior.... Read More...