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Saving Neurons May Offer New Approach for Treating Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsNovember 6, 2017

According to researchers, the compound P7C3 may help to protect against neuron death and memory problems associated with Alzheimer's disease without altering the buildup of amyloid plaques or neurofibrillary tangles in rat brains.... Read More...

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Antibody Helps Detect Protein Implicated in Alzheimer’s

Neuroscience NewsApril 19, 2017

Researchers have developed a new, non-invasive method of measuring Tau levels in the blood.... Read More...

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Moderate Seafood Consumption May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 2, 2016

A new study reports eating moderate amounts of seafood may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, the researchers found no correlation between higher levels of mercury in the brain and Alzheimer's neuropathology.... Read More...

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Tau and Diabetes May Be Linked Independently of Alzheimer’s Disease

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 2, 2015

According to a new study, type 2 diabetes may be linked to the build up of tau in the brain.... Read More...

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tau tangles

Saving Neurons May Offer New Approach for Treating Alzheimer’s Disease

Antibody Helps Detect Protein Implicated in Alzheimer’s

Moderate Seafood Consumption May Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk

Tau and Diabetes May Be Linked Independently of Alzheimer’s Disease