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Using engineered stem cells to treat ALS and retinitis pigmentosa

Cedars-Sinai investigators are developing a novel way to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and retinitis pigmentosa using engineered stem cells that may eventually lead to personalized treatments.

20 Apr 2023

Study uncovers a protein-protein interaction that contributes to Parkinson's disease

In a study published in Nature Communications, a team led by Krembil Brain Institute Senior Scientists, Drs. Lorraine Kalia and Suneil Kalia, and University of Toronto (U of T) Professor, Dr. Philip M. Kim, identified a protein-protein interaction that contributes to Parkinson's disease.

20 Apr 2023

The Power of Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in Biological Research

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to this year's recipient of the Pittsburgh Spectroscopy Award, Robert Tycko.

From Pittcon 20 Apr 2023

Novel imaging method shows link between iron redox and Alzheimer’s disease

There is a growing body of evidence that iron in the brain may play a role in Alzheimer's disease. Lending weight to that idea, a new imaging probe has for the first time shown that in the same regions of the brain where the amyloid beta plaques associated with Alzheimer's occur, there is also an increase in iron redox, meaning the iron in these regions is more reactive in the presence of oxygen.

19 Apr 2023

Did COVID-19-associated lockdowns increase the rate of memory decline in patients with cognitive impairments?

Researchers investigated whether COVID-19-associated lockdown measures had an impact on the cognitive decline rate.

18 Apr 2023

Edible mushrooms: the role of antioxidant compounds as potential candidates for neurodegenerative disease prevention and treatment

Researchers evaluated whether edible mushrooms aid in preventing neurodegenerative diseases.

18 Apr 2023

UC-led research team receives NIH grant to study the role of an enzyme in lysosome function

Once thought of as having one simple job within cells, researchers continue to learn more about the importance of organelles called lysosomes.

11 Apr 2023

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Researchers report on the benefits of consuming dietary phenols and their relationship with the intestinal microbiome.

10 Apr 2023

Is there an association between body mass index and cognitive function in older adults?

Researchers examined whether body mass index was associated with cognitive performance in older adults.

10 Apr 2023

Researchers develop a method for making “mini-heart” using pluripotent stem cells

A team at the Technical University of Munich has induced stem cells to emulate the development of the human heart.

5 Apr 2023

Naturally occurring lithium in drinking water could be an environmental risk factor for autism

Pregnant women whose household tap water had higher levels of lithium had a moderately higher risk of their offspring being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, according to a new study led by a UCLA Health researcher.

3 Apr 2023

Cold temperature plays a central role in longevity

Cold activates a cellular cleansing mechanism that breaks down harmful protein aggregations responsible for various diseases associated with aging.

3 Apr 2023

What is the effect of supplementing raisins on improving cognitive performance, cardiovascular risk factors, and markers of inflammation?

Researchers devised a protocol to examine the effect of raisin supplementation on cognitive function in older adults.

31 Mar 2023

Neurodegenerative Diseases News and Research

Using engineered stem cells to treat ALS and retinitis pigmentosa

Study uncovers a protein-protein interaction that contributes to Parkinson's disease

The Power of Solid-State Nuclear Magnetic Resonance in Biological Research

Novel imaging method shows link between iron redox and Alzheimer’s disease

Did COVID-19-associated lockdowns increase the rate of memory decline in patients with cognitive impairments?

Edible mushrooms: the role of antioxidant compounds as potential candidates for neurodegenerative disease prevention and treatment

UC-led research team receives NIH grant to study the role of an enzyme in lysosome function

Antioxidant-rich phenolic compounds: A key to disease prevention, gut health, and brain homeostasis

Is there an association between body mass index and cognitive function in older adults?

Researchers develop a method for making “mini-heart” using pluripotent stem cells

Naturally occurring lithium in drinking water could be an environmental risk factor for autism

Cold temperature plays a central role in longevity

What is the effect of supplementing raisins on improving cognitive performance, cardiovascular risk factors, and markers of inflammation?

Pulsating blood vessels drive brain waste clearance during sleep

The connection between gut microbiota, the gut–brain axis, and brain aging: can polyphenols have an impact?

Computational approach used to understand the mechanisms of protein folding in tauopathies

Genes known to control eye color are essential for retinal health

Study provides evidence for a strong role of autophagy in controlling intracellular infections

Increased intake of magnesium-rich foods could help reduce dementia risk

Designer DNA drug could be used to delay paralysis in ALS

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How ELRIG Is Helping Mid-Career Scientists Navigate Leadership, Career Change and Redundancy

The role of UV-Vis in biopharma QC

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