Scientists develop world’s first artificial neurons to cure chronic diseases
Scientists at the University of Bath in the UK have developed artificial neurons on silicon chips that behave just like the real thing – a...
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Innovative biosensor technology for stem cells leads way to treatment of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s diseases
Rutgers innovation may help guide treatment of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s diseases. A Rutgers-led team has created better biosensor technology that may help lead to safe stem...
Savonix-Boston university partnership launches study to collect brain data for Alzheimer’s disease
Savonix, a global leader in digital tests for cognitive health, and Boston University School of Public Health, announced the launch of a landmark population health...
Medopad raises $25M in series B funding to further develop its digital health platform
Medopad, the U.K. startup that’s seeking to battle Alzheimer’s with artificial intelligence has raised $25m in series B funding. The funding round was led by...
Research gauges neurodegeneration tied to FXTAS by measuring motor behavior
The neurological disorder FXTAS (pronounced “fax-tas”) stems from a genetic premutation seen in one of every 151 women and one of every 468 men, called...
Alzheimer’s study: Electrostimulation to evoke vivid memories
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most dreaded diagnoses, and the fear is particularly acute among older people. This complex brain disorder, which usually affects older...
Videos, music on tablets boost moods of dementia patients and caregivers
Dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, often afflicts patients with negative moods: confusion, anger, sadness or apathy. Negative emotions also affect caregivers, who are often family members...
New nanotechnology could aid stem cell transplantation research
Nanotechnology developed at Rutgers University-New Brunswick could boost research on stem cell transplantation, which may help people with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, other neurodegenerative diseases...
Apple joins Eli Lilly to study how iPhone and Apple watch can detect signs of dementia
Apple has been continuing its efforts to establish itself in the healthcare platform by adding health monitoring features to its iPhone and smartwatch. Now, the...
New blood test could Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Researchers from the Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis, Missouri claim they have made significant progress toward developing a blood...