Korean Research Team Develops Inhibitor to Block Alzheimer’s Toxins

Korean research team develops inhibitor to block Alzheimer’s toxins

A research team led by Korea University professor Hugh I. Kim, also known as Kim Joon-gon in Korean, has succeeded in developing an inhibitor that blocks Alzheimer’s-causing toxins in collaboration wi...

Blocking Brain Inflammation Molecule May Halt Alzheimer’s

A new study has uncovered a surprising culprit in the progression of Alzheimer’s disease: the immune molecule STING. Scientists found that STING, normally involved in defending the brain, becomes hyperactive with age, causing harmful inflammation and accelerating brain damage.

Alzheimer's hope: Sleep aid blocks up to 40% more harmful tau deposits

A readily available sleep aid has been shown to have a surprising side effect on brain health, seemingly protecting the organ from the buildup of the tau protein – a key biomarker in the development of neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's.Continue ReadingCategory: Alzheimer's & Dementia, Brain Health, Body & MindTags: Washington University in St. Louis, Washington University School of Medicine, Alzheimer's disease, Dementia