For Alzheimer’s and dementia patients, thoughtful design can have big impact
New research from a USC professor reinforces the value of designing to maximize natural light, especially for aging adults with a variety of health issues.
Untreated diabetes raises risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
The USC Dornsife research underscores the importance of detecting diabetes and other metabolic diseases in adults as early as possible.
Diet reverses Alzheimer’s-like symptoms in lab model
The findings — focused on components contained in green tea and carrots — lend credence to the idea that certain readily available, plant-based supplements might offer protection against dementia in people.
USC Alzheimer’s researchers find new culprit and potential treatment target for disease
Brain changes associated with leaky capillaries suggest new, potential drug targets as well as a way to diagnose the disease sooner.
Culturally tailored text messages improve Alzheimer’s education among African-Americans
The work is critical: Older African-Americans are far more likely to have the disease or other dementias than their white counterparts; they’re also diagnosed later, after the disease has progressed.
USC institute launches a global study of how the brain ages
The ENIGMA World Aging Center will help pinpoint factors that contribute to healthy aging versus those that increase a risk for Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s.
USC scientists map brain region linked to Alzheimer’s and other diseases
Researchers show structures, nerve connections and functions in vivid detail as part of the most detailed atlas yet of the brain’s memory bank.
Institute gets millions for research on Alzheimer’s disease, brain mapping and more
Federal grants support several projects, including a new archive for nationwide data sharing.
Study finds Latinos’ increased dementia risk linked to lower education levels
Roybal Institute research underscores the role that education plays in determining risk for Alzheimer’s disease as Latinos grow older.
Researchers uncover previously unknown dementia risk factor
The study provides insights on how the conditions and other diseases of aging might one day be treated and prevented.
A game like no other: Healing Spaces targets Alzheimer’s, dementia patients
The game — alum Gabriela Gomes’ MFA thesis project — is a multisensory experience created to help adults suffering from neurodegenerative diseases to relax and connect with their caregiver.
Traditional Chinese hangover cure seen as potential Alzheimer’s disease treatment
Japanese raisin tree’s leaves may help USC researcher in the fight against Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, PTSD, anxiety and other conditions.
$11 million National Institute on Aging grant supports research on air pollution and Alzheimer’s
Research will address the neglected role of environmental neurotoxins in the development of Alzheimer’s.
Mitochondrial DNA and nuclear DNA: Not so independent after all
Scientists say the newly discovered intracellular genetic messaging could lead to new approaches for treating diseases.
Why people become more prone to distraction with age
A specific network in the brain may be to blame, according to a USC-led study on stress.
Students get hands-on experience with Alzheimer’s, dementia patients — and give caregivers a break
Youthcare, which recently partnered with the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, gives students valuable training while helping patients’ families.
Nikias honor reflects USC’s investment in brain mapping, bioscience
The university’s president receives the Humanitarian Award of the Society for Brain Mapping and Therapeutics.
Education can hold off dementia, new USC-led study finds
Related study shows the importance of discovering how to delay the onset of dementia; otherwise, more people will end up living longer with the debilitating condition.
5 things to know when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s
USC social work expert answers questions to help you succeed at caring for a family member with dementia.
5 ways to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s
Scientists and physicians offer tips to stay sharp in old age.
Alzheimer’s tool lets people 50 and older monitor their risk over time
Healthy people at increased risk of developing the disease could join clinical trials sooner, says director of USC therapeutic institute.
Marine at risk for early-onset Alzheimer’s raises awareness of genetic mutation
The ‘Jalisco mutation’ puts this 30-year-old father at high risk for Alzheimer’s within a decade. He aims to encourage research and genetic testing.
USC joins national group in search for signs of dementia’s onset
Consortium looks at biological factors that can predict health outcomes as part of a five-year study.
Half of all dementias, including Alzheimer’s, start with damaged ‘gatekeeper cells’
Once the cells are compromised, blood toxins can trespass into the brain and damage critical connections, USC researchers say.