Cognitive Science

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Olfactory function changes and the predictive performance of the Chinese Smell Identification Test in patients with mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease

ObjectivesOlfactory disorder is one of the sensory features that reflects a decline in cognitive function. However, olfactory changes and the discernibility of smell testing in the aging population have yet to be fully elucidated. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the Chinese Smell Identification Test (CSIT) in distinguishing individuals with cognitive decline […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Rethinking of Alzheimer’s disease: Lysosomal overloading and dietary therapy

Imagine your body as a bustling city, with cells as the hardworking citizens. But what happens when the garbage trucks, known as lysosomes, start overflowing? This is what researchers are investigating in relation to Alzheimer’s disease. They believe that an overload of waste material inside brain cells could be a key factor in the development […]

Published on February 13, 2023

Delving into the Depths of Data: Machine Learning in Parkinson’s Research

Imagine you have a treasure chest filled with precious gems, each representing a different aspect of Parkinson’s disease. That’s what the Parkinson’s Progression Markers Initiative (PPMI) has at its disposal – over a decade’s worth of diverse and valuable data from patients, control subjects, and those at risk. Just like mining for gems, researchers are […]

Published on February 13, 2023