Tag Archives: dementia
Research priorities for dementia and vision identified
NEW YORK: A report has been published that documents the research priorities into concurrent dementia and visual impairment following a VIDem Summit.
A new report released by the College of Optometrists will ensure help ensure that those living with dementia and visual impairment are prioritised in Read More »
New study surveys genetic changes linked with Parkinson’s disease
ALBUQUERQUE: New research examines genetic modifications associated with the development of PD and PD-associated dementia, bringing new investigative tools to bear.
The research uses RNA sequencing to illuminate two phenomena linked with the onset of Parkinson’s disease, differential gene expression and alternative splicing of genes. Read More »
Protein implicated in Alzheimer’s disease may protect against infection
NEW YORK: The protein that has been implicated as the cause of Alzheimer’s disease, beta amyloid, can fight microbial infection, a new study in animals has found.
The findings, published today have renewed debate about the role of beta amyloid in Alzheimer’s, and raised questions Read More »
Licensing deal lifts hopes of Alzheimer’s disease treatment
HOBART: A potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease developed and patented by University of Tasmania researchers has been licensed by a West Australian biotechnology company.
Emtin peptides, engineered from a natural protein known to play a critical role in the regeneration of neural cells in the Read More »