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Using stem cells to target tau
Researchers from UCL are revealing crucial insights into why the protein ‘tau’ behaves unusually in diseases like Alzheimer’s and FTD.
Does iron accumulation in the brain contribute to the onset or progression of Alzheimer’s disease or Parkinson’s disease?
2015 Biomarkers Across Neurodegenerative Diseases Grant
Can a novel computer simulation of human brain activity improve the diagnosis and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases?
2015 Biomarkers Across Neurodegenerative Diseases Grant
Research into early-onset dementia
University College London is following people with early-onset Alzheimer’s over time to understand more about the disease.
Harnessing antioxidants to protect against early changes in Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists in Edinburgh are investigating whether a protein, Nrf2, can protect against damage caused by reduced blood flow in the brain.