Alzheimer’s disease remains one of the most pressing global health challenges, with cases rising rapidly as populations age.

Today, after receiving a gene therapy developed at the University of California San Diego, Natalie is thriving at 34 years ...

All starting from the same DNA, neurons ultimately take on individual characteristics in the brain and body. Differences in ...

A subtle flaw in a single brain enzyme now looks like one of the earliest sparks that can set dementia in motion. Instead of ...

Scientists have identified a small flaw in the enzyme GPX4 that prevents neurons from defending themselves. This mutation, ...

Research explores \"Type 3\" diabetes, referring to brain insulin resistance, which may increase dementia and Alzheimer's ...

When cells can’t destroy damaged proteins, a hidden backup system led by NRF1 steps in to prevent toxic buildup.

Manipulating mouse brains during sleep improved their ability to remember new experiences that would normally be forgotten – a finding ...

Manipulating mouse brains during sleep improved their ability to remember new experiences that would normally be forgotten—a ...

Microglial activity appears to determine when amyloid becomes biologically significant, reshaping how clinicians interpret ...

High levels of calcium are toxic to cells and contribute to loss of neurons in Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers found that a ...

A one millimeter worm is helping scientists rethink what controls the pace of aging. By tracing how its tiny brain senses the ...