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Featured Neurology

·August 30, 2016·6 min read

Critical Protein Shows Promise for the Treatment of Alzheimer’s

Researchers discover the role the p62 protein plays in the accumulation of amyloid beta in the brain.

Featured Genetics Neurology

·August 18, 2016·5 min read

New Mechanism Discovered for Alzheimer’s Risk Gene

A new discovery could help answer the question as to how extra ApoE4 may cause Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Neurology

·August 16, 2016·4 min read

Exercise and Diet Can Reduce Build Up of Protein Linked to Alzheimer’s

Researchers report a healthy diet, regular exercise and a normal BMI can help protect against the build up of proteins associated with Alzheimer's disease.

Featured Genetics Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·August 10, 2016·6 min read

Gene Signature in Healthy Brain Pinpoints Origins of Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers have identified a specific signature of a group in genes in brain areas most vulnerable to Alzheimer's.

Featured Neurology

·August 2, 2016·5 min read

Lower Weight in Late Life May Increase Alzheimer’s Risk

Researchers report a link between a lower BMI and greater deposits of amyloid plaques in older individuals.

Featured Neurology

·July 19, 2016·4 min read

Alzheimer’s Tau Protein Spreads Through Brain Via Extracellular Space

Researchers report tau proteins appear to spread through the brain via the extracellular space surrounding neurons.

Featured Neurology Open Neuroscience Articles

·July 14, 2016·5 min read

Progress in World’s First Alzheimer’s Vaccine

Researchers have made a breakthrough discovery in the international quest to discover a new and potentially effective vaccine targeting the pathological proteins associated with Alzheimer’s disease.