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Molecule clears Alzheimer's plaques

Posted in Medicine on 9th Dec, 2015
by Alex Muller

A molecule can clear Alzheimer's plaques from the brains of mice and improve learning and memory, Korean scientists have found in early tests.

Alzheimer's: newly identified molecular mechanism could lead to treatment

Posted in Medicine on 27th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

Researchers have found how brain cell connections are destroyed in early stages of the disease.

Failing Sense of Smell Might Be Alzheimer's Warning

Posted in Science on 18th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

As the ability to identify odors goes, so does mental ability, researchers say.

Experimental drug targeting Alzheimer's disease shows anti-aging effects

Posted in Medicine on 14th Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

"If proven safe and effective for Alzheimer's, the anti-aging effect of J147 would be a benefit". The team aims to begin human trials next year.

Long-term aerobic exercise can prevent age-related brain deterioration

Posted in Medicine on 1st Nov, 2015
by Alex Muller

Brains of mice shows that structural deterioration associated with old age can be prevented by aerobic exercise starting in mid-life.