NEW YORK: Researchers have found a way to manipulate neurons in the brains of mice to strengthen or erase particular memories.

These findings could work toward the development of new methods to enhance pleasant memories for people suffering from dementia, or even reverse post-traumatic stress disorder. Read More »

NEW YORK: Earlier studies had claimed that regular and long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) could increase the risks of dementia, cardiovascular disease and renal failure. However, the reason why it was so discovered was recently published in a study.

It is estimated that one Read More »

WASHINGTON, D.C.: Drinking a pint a day is good for the heart, a study has found.

While binge drinking is known to harm our health, moderate consumption reduces the risk of heart and blood vessel diseases by a quarter, researchers discovered.

The team, from the IRCCS Read More »

NEW YORK: It’s well-established that the accumulation of two types of naturally occurring proteins in the brain—amyloid beta and tau—are central factors that contribute to the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.

Up until this point, scientists have mainly focused their research on amyloid beta proteins, because there Read More »