FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscienceNeuroscience Videos·November 2, 2021·2 min readMini-Brain Models Used in Hunt for Alzheimer’s TreatmentBrain organoids can be used to study molecular mechanisms that drive brain aging and neurodegenerative disorders. The mini-brains allow for the testing of molecules that could become potential therapeutic treatment options for neurodegenerative diseases.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·June 10, 2021·5 min readMemory Biomarkers Confirm Aerobic Exercise Helps Cognitive Function in Older AdultsResearchers have identified three biomarkers in blood samples that confirm the link between exercise and improved cognitive function in older adults.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·May 30, 2021·3 min readIntermittent Fasting Improves Long Term MemoryMouse study reveals intermittent fasting improves long-term memory retention and promotes hippocampal neurogenesis. The findings could help to slow cognitive decline in older adults.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeurologyNeuroscience·April 13, 2020·7 min readGene variant staves off Alzheimer’s in some peopleCarriers of one copy of the longevity associated klotho gene reduces Alzheimer's risks by 30% for those with genetic risk factors for the neurodegenerative disease.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience Articles·November 12, 2018·3 min readNew Insights Into the Aging BrainA new study reports klotho, a protein associated with longevity, acts as a gatekeeper that helps shield the brain from the peripheral immune system.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·January 30, 2018·2 min readCould a Protein Called Klotho Block Dementia and Aging?Genetically increasing klotho helps boost cognitive function in mice models of Alzheimer's disease, researchers report.Read More
FeaturedGeneticsNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·August 10, 2017·6 min readHormone Shows Promise as Cognition EnhancerResearchers report klotho, a life extending protein, improved working memory, spatial memory and learning in mice. The researchers also noted a single injection of klotho was sufficient to improve cognitive ability and the effects were long lasting.Read More
FeaturedOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·June 16, 2015·4 min readDepressed and Stressed Women Have Lower Levels of Longevity HormoneA new study reports women with symptoms of clinical depression have lower levels of klotho in their blood.Read More
FeaturedGenetics·May 8, 2014·4 min readBetter Cognition Seen with Gene Variant Carried by 1 in 5 PeopleResearchers discover a gene already associated with longevity also improves memory and learning. The findings could help develop new treatments for cognitive decline.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·January 30, 2013·2 min readNew Drug Target Identified for Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer’s DiseaseResearchers report that the protein Klotho plays an important role in the health of myelin, the insulating material allowing for the rapid communication between nerve cells. These findings may lead to new therapies for multiple sclerosis (MS) and Alzheimer's disease (AD).Read More
