ALZHEIMERS DISEASE RESEARCH

Apr 23 2025SCIENCE

How a Hidden Piece of Alzheimer's Puzzle Might Change the Game

Understanding the brain's inner workings is like solving a massive puzzle. One piece of this puzzle is a protein called APP. For a long time, scientists have focused on a part of APP that floats outside cells, known as Aβ. This part has been linked to the loss of connections between brain cells in Alzheimer's disease. However, there's more to the story. Inside cells,...

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Blood Test Breakthrough: Tracking Alzheimer's Progression

Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern worldwide, and early detection is crucial for effective treatment. A new blood test has been developed to identify Alzheimer’s and monitor its progression. This test focuses on detecting fragments of a protein called tau, specifically eMTBR-tau243, which are linked to the formation of tangles in the brain. These tangles are...

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Mar 24 2025SCIENCE

Metformin's Double Duty: Fighting Seizures and Memory Loss

Epilepsy and Alzheimer's disease are two serious conditions that often go hand in hand. This is not a coincidence. Scientists have found that there is a clear link between the two. They have also found a way to tackle both issues at once. This is where metformin comes in. It is a drug that is often used to treat diabetes. It has shown some promising results in r...

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Why is it hard to get people to join online studies about Alzheimer's?

Alzheimer's disease is a big problem. It is a brain condition that slowly gets worse over time. It is very important to find out about it early. Online surveys can be a big help in this. They can reach lots of people quickly and easily. But, there is a big problem. Not enough people are taking part in these online studies. This makes it hard to get useful resu...

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