Live human brain slices show that only a razor‑thin balance of amyloid beta keeps synapses safe. Any disruption, even slight, ...

In a new study, researchers identified a molecule produced by a particular type of brain cell that reversed the cognitive ...

Studies suggesting that certain viral infections may influence the onset of Alzheimer's disease are gaining attention. In ...

University of Edinburgh team uses live brain slices to reveal how tiny protein imbalances can trigger Alzheimer’s-like damage ...

Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a new approach that directly combats the progression of ...

There are currently two main theories about what causes Alzheimer’s. The first theory, which has been the focus of research ...

This groundbreaking research reveals that subtle chemical changes in tau may quietly set off a chain reaction, spreading ...

Auguste Deter was born 175 years ago on May 16, 1850. Though the story of her life is not widely known, it should be. Through ...

Good nutrition and gut health are crucial for brain health, Dr. Caldwell says. The general guidance is to focus on whole ...

Alzheimer’s disease is an inflammatory disease, where immune cells play an important part in both compensating for the evolving brain damage and causing the brain damage itself, says Dr. Jeremy ...

This leads to problems like shaky hands, stiff muscles, slow movement, trouble with balance, and even changes in thinking and ...

Dementia, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's are all brain disorders, and are used interchangeably. Even though not a normal part of ...