Month: May 2023

Unlocking the Hidden Pathways of Alzheimer’s Disease and BBB Dysfunction

Understanding the mechanisms behind Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and blood-brain barrier (BBB) dysfunction is like exploring a complex maze with multiple interconnected pathways. Just as a maze has various paths that can lead you astray or guide you to the correct exit, chronic vascular risk factors and AD biomarkers also contribute to the breakdown of BBB […]

Published on May 4, 2023

Loud noise disrupts firing patterns in auditory cortex cells!

Imagine a busy city street, filled with all sorts of sounds: cars honking, people talking, music blaring. Now imagine if the volume suddenly increased to an unbearable level, like a huge explosion going off right next to you! Well, it turns out that loud noise can actually have a similar effect on the cells in […]

Published on May 4, 2023

The Persistent Myth of Ageism

Ageism is like a never-ending game of whack-a-mole. In a world that idolizes youth, prejudice against older adults is a widespread problem. Just like bouncing moles, ageist attitudes pop up everywhere. A recent survey found that half of the global population harbors some form of ageism. Western societies have long marginalized older people, but the […]

Published on May 4, 2023