Role of T cells in Alzheimer’s related diseases suggests new treatment strategy
A new study indicates that microglia, the brain’s resident immune cells, partner with T cells to cause neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s related diseases. …
Nicotinamide riboside supplement linked to reduced Alzheimer’s biomarkers in brain
The naturally occurring dietary supplement, nicotinamide riboside, can enter the brain and alter the metabolism of biological pathways involved in neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s. …
Chemically “poisoned” protein acts as a molecular switch to spur cancer formation
Scientists have discovered how a “poisoned” form of a protein could encourage the growth of some cancers and developed a new potential drug to eliminate tumor formation. …
Obesity-related neurodegeneration mimics Alzheimer’s disease
Study finds a correlation between neurodegeneration in obese people and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) patients, suggesting that losing excess weight could slow cognitive decline in aging and lower Alzheimer’s risk. …
Gut bacteria affect brain health
Mouse study finds gut bacteria affect the behavior of immune cells throughout the body, including those in the brain that can damage brain tissue and exacerbate neurodegeneration in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease. …
Inflammatory trigger a new clue in Alzheimer’s
Scientists have identified a new trigger of brain inflammation in Alzheimer’s disease and progressive supranuclear palsy, a rare brain disorder. …
Rejuvenated immune cells can improve clearance of toxic waste from brain
An immune-stimulating compound rejuvenates immune cells in old mice and improves toxic waste clearance from the brain. …
COVID-19 triggers brain inflammation
New findings reveal COVID-19 activates the same inflammatory response in the brain as Parkinson’s disease. …
Why women may be more susceptible to Alzheimer’s disease
A newly identified mechanism in brain tissue may explain why women are more vulnerable to Alzheimer’s disease. …
Fasting-mimicking diet reduces signs of dementia in mice
Short cycles of a low-calorie diet that replicates fasting reduced neuroinflammation and delayed cognitive decline in mouse models of Alzheimer’s disease. …
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