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Researchers identify a protein link between diabetes and Alzheimer’s

Posted on March 23, 2023April 17, 2023 by Sciworthy

Researchers showed a specific protein found in patients with type 2 diabetes also occurs in people with Alzheimer’s disease.

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    Repurposing an ADHD Drug for Alzheimer’s Disease

    Posted on March 14, 2022October 24, 2022 by Nathan Gock

    A recent clinical trial suggests new promise for the use of an ADHD drug, atomoxetine, in reducing biomarkers associated with Alzheimer’s…

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      Reprogramming Neurons to Treat Alzheimer’s Disease

      Posted on May 17, 2018October 24, 2022 by Nathan Gock

      The story is all too familiar: promising effects are shown in animal models of Alzheimer’s disease – providing hope for patients,…

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