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30-year quest for Alzheimer’s remedy nears the finish line

Experimental Alzheimer's testingABERDEEN: Claude Wischik plans to present results from ongoing final human trials on its experimental Alzheimer’s drug as early as July.

After decades of researching a treatment for Alzheimer’s, Claude Wischik is set to find out whether his lonely 30-year battle can lead to one Read More »

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Exploration of dementia announced as second project of The Hub

artNEW YORK: A group exploring dementia and the arts have been invited to take up the 2016-2018 residency in The Hub at Wellcome Collection, a flagship space and resource for interdisciplinary projects exploring health and wellbeing. Bringing together a rich network including scientists, artists, clinicians, public Read More »

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Student shares international stage with latest findings in dementia research

learningDALLAS: A former Aylesbury High School student shared her latest findings in dementia research with international scientists at a major conference.

Jessica Duncombe, now at the University of Edinburgh, took to the stage in Manchester to share her results with a room of more than Read More »

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Alzheimer’s recall study raises new hopes

Books WASHINGTON, D.C.: Memory loss is one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer’s and heartbreaking for loved ones to watch progress. Gone are the details of a first love or a child’s wobbly first steps. The achievements of a distinguished 30-year career. And the tall tales of traveling Read More »

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