Month: November 2022

Unleashing the Power of Deep Learning in Neurodegenerative Disease Research!

Just as a detective carefully examines every piece of evidence to solve a crime, scientists are using deep learning to unravel the mysteries of noncoding genetic variants in neurodegenerative diseases. These variants, which don’t directly affect protein-coding genes, play a crucial role in the development of conditions like Alzheimer’s. To make sense of the massive […]

Published on November 18, 2022

Predicting Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults with CSVD through Gait Variability

Just like the way a person’s walk can reveal a lot about their personality, new research suggests that the variability and asymmetry in gait patterns can actually predict cognitive impairment in older adults with cerebral small vessel disease (CSVD). CSVD is a common condition among older individuals and is associated with vascular cognitive impairment and […]

Published on November 18, 2022

Nationwide Increase in Lung Infections Caused by Soil Fungi

Imagine your lungs are a beautiful garden, and these sneaky soil fungi are the pesky weeds that keep popping up! Researchers have made an alarming discovery – the three main types of soil fungi responsible for lung infections have been spreading their roots across the country. They’ve expanded their ranges over the past few decades, […]

Published on November 18, 2022