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Experimental Alzheimer’s Drug Reduces Amyloid Plaque

In a breakthrough discovery, researchers at Eli Lilly and Co have developed an experimental Alzheimer’s drug that has shown promising results in reducing levels of toxic amyloid plaques in the brains of individuals with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. These plaques, like sticky gunk building up in pipes, are believed to be one of the main culprits […]

Published on March 31, 2023

Early morning university classes correlate with poor sleep and academic performance

Sleep scientists’ analyses show associations between early classes, less sleep, poor attendance and reduced grade point average. Studies in secondary and junior college students have shown that later start times can have positive impacts on grades. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for […]

Published on March 28, 2023

Dieting: Brain amplifies signal of hunger synapses

Imagine you have a bunch of friends at a party. Normally, they’re pretty quiet and relaxed. But then, someone turns up the volume on the music. Suddenly, those friends who were once mellow are energized and dancing up a storm! Well, that’s exactly what happens in your brain when you go on a diet. Researchers […]

Published on March 28, 2023