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·July 15, 2015·3 min read

African-American and European-American Brains Affected Differently by Alzheimer’s

Researchers discover different pathologies affect the brains of European and African American alzheimer's patients.

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·July 13, 2015·5 min read

Impact of APOE E4 May Be Apparent Years Before Alzheimer’s Symptoms Appear

Researchers have discovered a well known genetic variant linked to Alzheimer's could be promoting deposits of neurotoxic plaques in the brain years prior to symptoms of the disease developing.

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Featured Genetics

·July 13, 2015·5 min read

Novel Disease Gene Linked to Neurodegenerative Disorders Identified

Researchers have identified a previously unknown disease gene linked to the degeneration of optic and peripheral nerve fibers.

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·July 9, 2015·4 min read

Increased Dementia Risk Linked to Diabetes Complications

A new study reports diabetics who experience high rates of complications also have an increased risk of developing dementia.

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Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·July 8, 2015·4 min read

Hope for Patients With Leukodystrophies

Researchers have identified a new gene associated with 4H leukodystrophy.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·July 7, 2015·5 min read

Enriched Blood Cells Help Preserve Cognition in Mice With Features of Alzheimer’s

Researchers have been able to preserve cognition in mice exhibiting features of Alzheimer's disease.

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Featured Neurology

·July 6, 2015·5 min read

Changes in Alzheimer’s Biomarkers During Midlife May Predict Future Dementia Risk

A new study reports changes in the spinal fluid during middle age may help doctors identify people at risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

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Featured Genetics Neurology

·July 6, 2015·5 min read

Immune System Molecule Linked to Age Related Cognitive Decline

Beta-2 microglobulin, a blood-borne molecule, blocks neurogenesis and promotes cognitive decline as we age, a new study reports.

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Featured Neuroscience

·June 30, 2015·4 min read

Olfactory Fingerprint Points to Personal Sense of Smell

According to a new study, each of us has a unique 'olfactory fingerprint' which can also help with early diagnosis of certain neurodegenerative diseases.