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·November 7, 2016·3 min read

New Mouse Model of ALS More Closely Mimics Human Disease

Researchers have developed a new mouse model of ALS that could help provide better understanding of the progressive nature of the disease.

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·September 30, 2016·3 min read

Abnormal Brain Protein May Contribute to Development of Alzheimer’s

A new study reports on the role the protein TDP-43 plays in the development of Alzheimer's disease.

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·August 3, 2016·5 min read

Scientists Keep a Molecule from Moving Inside Nerve Cells to Prevent Cell Death

Researchers have identified one way in which an RNA binding protein may contribute to ALS.

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·April 13, 2016·4 min read

Could Maple Syrup Help Protect Against Development of ALS?

Research using C. elegans finds maple syrup may protect neurons and prevent the development of ALS.

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·January 19, 2016·3 min read

Intracellular Mechanisms Behind ALS Uncovered

A new study cancer suppression proteins play key roles in the progression of ALS.

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·September 30, 2015·3 min read

Dormant Viral Gene May Cause Some Forms of ALS

Researchers discover reactivating ancient viral genes may cause neuron destruction in some forms of ALS.

This image shows the brain of an alzheimer's patient.

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·August 26, 2015·4 min read

Awareness of Memory Loss Can Decline Up To Three Years Before Alzheimer’s Onset

A new study reports people may lose awareness of their memory loss almost three years prior to Alzheimer's disease setting in.

This shows a fly leg with the motor neurons showing.

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·August 6, 2015·3 min read

Fly Model of Motor Neuron Degeneration Allows for Study at Single Cell Resolution

Researchers have developed a new model to study neurodegenerative diseases which affect motor neurons, such as ALS.

This image shows a model of a head with a cut away exposing the brain.

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·June 10, 2015·4 min read

Immune System Linked to Motor Neuron Death in ALS

New findings could help develop treatments to slow the progression of ALS.

Scientists created a mouse model of ALS and FTD caused by mutations in the C9ORF72 gene. Credit: Courtesy of Petrucelli lab, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Fla.

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·May 22, 2015·4 min read

Scientists Create Mice with a Major Genetic Cause of ALS and FTD

Researchers believe mouse could provide a new platform for testing treatments for several neurodegenerative diseases.

This image shows neurons from a fruit fly and a person with ALS.

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·January 23, 2015·3 min read

The Molecular Biology Behind ALS

Researchers report they have identified a molecular defect in motor neurons which could help explain the mechanisms underlying ALS.

This image shows a retina cross section from a healthy mouse.

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·August 25, 2014·3 min read

Changes in the Eye Can Predict Changes in the Brain

Researchers report retinal degeneration could be one of the earliest signs of FTD in people who have a genetic risk for the disorder.

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TDP-43

New Mouse Model of ALS More Closely Mimics Human Disease

Abnormal Brain Protein May Contribute to Development of Alzheimer’s

Scientists Keep a Molecule from Moving Inside Nerve Cells to Prevent Cell Death

Could Maple Syrup Help Protect Against Development of ALS?

Intracellular Mechanisms Behind ALS Uncovered

Dormant Viral Gene May Cause Some Forms of ALS

Awareness of Memory Loss Can Decline Up To Three Years Before Alzheimer’s Onset

Fly Model of Motor Neuron Degeneration Allows for Study at Single Cell Resolution

Immune System Linked to Motor Neuron Death in ALS

Scientists Create Mice with a Major Genetic Cause of ALS and FTD

The Molecular Biology Behind ALS

Changes in the Eye Can Predict Changes in the Brain

Printable Artificial Neurons That “Talk” to Living Brain Cells

Entire Animal Kingdom Communicates at the Same Tempo

Minibrains Reveal Personalized Paths for Rett Syndrome

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