Scientists discover mechanism that may prevent death of cells
The UK's University of Sheffield scientists identified that tuning up the activity pathway of the DNA's natural repair toolkit ? which normally helps to restore breakages in genetic material - could help to prevent the death of nerve cells which trigger neurological diseases.
Jul 19, 2017, 18:49 PM ISTBreakthrough using atomic science can treat Alzheimer's
British researchers have succeeded in revealing the atomic structure of one of the abnormal filaments that lead to Alzheimer's disease, a study has said.
Jul 06, 2017, 23:39 PM ISTHuman enzyme may help find cure for Alzheimer's disease
A human enzyme that can unravel protein aggregates the hallmark of a number of neurodegenerative diseases has been identified by scientists.
Jun 28, 2017, 23:02 PM ISTA single protein may help treat Parkinson's, Alzheimer's
Scientists have found that a single protein can lead to effective treatments for devastating neurodegenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's, Huntington's, Alzheimer's and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
Dec 27, 2016, 17:02 PM ISTStop consuming shark products! It may make you prone to Alzheimer's risk
Shark products are consumed widely in Asia but it may not be healthy for humans as it increases the risk of Alzheimer's risk disease.
Aug 30, 2016, 21:39 PM ISTScientists find gene linked to Parkinson's disease
British researchers said they have identified a new gene linked to nerve function, that could hold the key to treating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's disease.
Oct 20, 2015, 10:02 AM IST