Researchers discovered a correlation between obesity-related neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease pathology. Losing weight, they say, can slow age-related cognitive decline and reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's.
An inflammatory trigger like one present during viral infections is elevated in those with Alzheimer's disease and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).
Multiple neurodegenerative disorders harbor similar fundamental dysfunctional cellular processes.
Kinase enzymes are essential for neurons to perform autophagy. Researchers found deleting genes that encode kinase NDR1 and NDR2 impairs neuron health and spurs neurodegeneration in both young and old mice.
Krill oil protects dopaminergic neurons from age-related degeneration, decreases alpha-synuclein aggregation, and improves dopamine-dependent cognition and behavior in lab models of Parkinson's disease.
When switched on at a pre-reproductive age, stress response in cells could slow down aging and promote longevity.
Early-to-midlife infections that require hospital care are associated with an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease later in life, a new study reports.
Study reveals a novel mechanism in locus coeruleus neurons caused by the loss of the GPT2 mitochondrial enzyme that is implicated in the development and progression of neurodegenerative diseases.
Dampening retromer activity slows down the trafficking of tau in neurodegenerative disorders, a new study reports.
A 20-minute session of non-invasive brain stimulation over four days helps to improve both working and long-term memory in those aged 65 and older.
Researchers discuss current studies about cognitive rejuvenation and discuss steps we can take to help protect our brains as we age.
An older person's posture may give clues to hidden cognitive decline, a new study reports.
