Cognitive Science

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Unraveling the Altered Brain Networks in Heart Failure Patients

Like roads and highways in a bustling city, the brain networks in chronic heart failure patients with cognitive impairment are undergoing some serious changes. Using diffusion tensor imaging, scientists examined the structure and organization of these networks and found significant differences between patients without cognitive impairment and those with it. The brain networks of patients […]

Published on April 14, 2023

Parkinson’s Disease: Platelet-Derived Vesicles Linked to Cognitive Decline

Imagine the brain as a bustling city and the platelets as delivery trucks. In people with Parkinson’s disease, these platelets release Aβ1-42-containing extracellular vesicles (EVs) that can make their way to the brain. This study found that patients with Parkinson’s disease dementia had higher concentrations of these platelet-derived vesicles containing Aβ1-42 compared to healthy individuals. […]

Published on April 14, 2023

Exploring the Impacts of Claustrum on Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease can wreak havoc on the brain, causing cognitive deficits and dementia. One area of interest is the claustrum (CLA), a nucleus deep in the brain that plays a role in various cognitive functions like attention, executive function, visuospatial ability, language, and memory. Recent studies have found that this region is affected by the […]

Published on April 14, 2023