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·January 21, 2019·7 min read

Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s Damage Before Symptoms

Researchers report a new blood test can help detect neurological damage associated with Alzheimer's disease before any of the cognitive symptoms appear. Additionally, researchers report the test may be applied to help identify brain damage associated with TBI, stroke and multiple sclerosis.

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·January 9, 2019·5 min read

Decreased Deep Sleep Linked to Early Alzheimer’s Disease

A new study links poor sleep quality in older adults with elevated levels of tau, a protein associated with Alzheimer's disease. Researchers report poor sleep quality later in life may be associated with declining brain health and may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 7, 2019·7 min read

Racial Differences in Alzheimer’s Unveiled

A new study has identified racial disparities between African Americans and Caucasians in the level of a key biomarker used to identify Alzheimer's disease.

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·January 2, 2019·7 min read

Sex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer

A new study reveals distinct molecular differences in signatures of glioblastoma brain cancer between men and women. Researchers report current treatments for the brain cancer are more effective in women than in men. The findings could help to tailor treatments aimed at the different sexes and improve survival.

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·December 13, 2018·6 min read

New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia

Study reports a mutation in a single gene that causes hereditary frontotemporal dementia makes it harder for neurons to communicate, leading to neurodegeneration.

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·November 12, 2018·5 min read

Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular Disease

Researchers have identified specific points on chromosome 11 that increase the risks of developing both cardiovascular disease and Alzheimer's. The study reports managing cholesterol and triglyceride levels could help to reduce Alzheimer's risk.

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·October 29, 2018·6 min read

Breast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut Microbes

Researchers say that while modern formulas and breast milk encourage the growth of similar kinds of gut bacteria in babies, the bacteria work differently.

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·October 9, 2018·5 min read

Blood Viruses Lead to Digestive Problems

WUSTL researchers report viruses such as West Nile and Zika can kill neurons in the gut, disrupting bowel movements and causing intestinal blockages.

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·October 8, 2018·5 min read

Implantable, Biodegradable Device Speeds Up Neural Regeneration: Rat Study

WUSTL researchers have developed a new, implantable and biodegradable device that delivers pulses of electrical activity to damaged peripheral nerves in rats, helping the animals to regrow nerves and improve nerve function.

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·September 18, 2018·4 min read

Confronting ‘Yucky’ Attitudes About Genetically Engineered Foods

Researchers hope to expose the gap between advocates of GMOs and opponents.

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·September 15, 2018·5 min read

Diving In to How Our Brains Process Information

Researchers are embarking on a new project to better understand the mechanisms of cognitive control.They hope to generate a specific mathematical model for each individual's brain activity in order to understand how cognitive control differs between people.

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·September 10, 2018·5 min read

Quick Learners Remember More Over Time

According to a new study, adults who are able to learn information quickly are better at long term retention for the material learned, despite spending less time studying it.

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Blood Test Detects Alzheimer’s Damage Before Symptoms

Decreased Deep Sleep Linked to Early Alzheimer’s Disease

Racial Differences in Alzheimer’s Unveiled

Sex Differences Identified in Glioblastoma Brain Cancer

New Genetic Clues to Frontotemporal Dementia

Alzheimer’s Genetically Linked to Cardiovascular Disease

Breast Milk and Formula Nurture Similarities and Differences in Gut Microbes

Blood Viruses Lead to Digestive Problems

Implantable, Biodegradable Device Speeds Up Neural Regeneration: Rat Study

Confronting ‘Yucky’ Attitudes About Genetically Engineered Foods

Diving In to How Our Brains Process Information

Quick Learners Remember More Over Time

How Scientists Cracked the Ketamine Code for Depression

Brain Prioritizes “Sound Offsets” During Hearing Repair

Glucose Levels Signal the Growth of Myelin

Why Your Brain “Dreams” Even When You’re Awake

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