Month: November 2022

AI-Powered Imaging for Diagnosing Dementia Syndromes

Imagine having a brain scan that can accurately diagnose different types of dementia! Scientists have developed a groundbreaking technique using 2-[18F]fluoro-2-deoxy-D-glucose positron emission tomography (FDG PET) and machine learning to differentiate between Alzheimer’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, and frontotemporal dementia. This is like having a highly skilled team of doctors who can examine your […]

Published on November 2, 2022

Unraveling the Secrets of Apathy in Neurodegenerative Disorders

Imagine three different flavors of ice cream: vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. Each flavor has its own unique characteristics and ingredients that make it distinct. In a similar way, researchers wanted to understand how apathy presents itself in three neurodegenerative motor disorders: amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson’s disease (PD), and Huntington’s disease (HD). They carefully observed […]

Published on November 2, 2022

AI predicts hair regrowth compounds, mice test successful!

Just like a skilled hairdresser can assess what haircut will suit their client best, scientists have used AI to pinpoint compounds that could combat baldness. By neutralizing the reactive oxygen in the scalp, these compounds have shown promise in regenerating hair. Taking it a step further, the researchers created a microneedle patch that effectively restored […]

Published on November 2, 2022