As Alzheimer’s Awareness Month begins, USC researchers examine how the disease affects men and women, including theories on estrogen depletion and higher life expectancy. BY Leigh Hopper NOVEMBER 1, 2019 Alzheimer’s disease strikes far more women than men, and the reason for this discrepancy isn’t yet known. (Photo/Pixabay) November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, and many people…Continue Reading Alzheimer’s disease impacts women in higher numbers and different ways
Year: 2019
Researchers investigate why certain brains are more vulnerable to addiction
A new USC study examines how to identify the people most at risk of opioid addiction and how to best treat those already addicted. BY Jenesse Miller OCTOBER 8, 2019 Can brain science help identify who might be predisposed to opioid addiction? (Illustration/iStock) In a report published Tuesday, researchers in neuroscience, addiction and behavioral health laid…Continue Reading Researchers investigate why certain brains are more vulnerable to addiction
Researcher explores links between transgender brain and gender identity
Understanding the brain structure of transgender people could help tailor care and support, says recent USC grad and neuroscientist Jonathan Vanhoecke. BY Eric Lindberg JULY 15, 2019 Recent USC grad Jonathan Vanhoecke is conducting research on the relationship between brain structure and gender identity. (USC Photo/Eric Lindberg) What can looking at the brains of transgender…Continue Reading Researcher explores links between transgender brain and gender identity
Healthy blood vessels may be the answer to Alzheimer’s prevention
USC research into Alzheimer’s — which will be on display at the upcoming Alzheimer’s Association International Conference — has uncovered much about the disease, including establishing a link between cardiovascular health and a fully functioning brain. BY Leigh Hopper JULY 11, 2019 USC researchers are focusing on the blood-brain barrier’s role in preventing Alzheimer‘s disease. (Illustration/Diana…Continue Reading Healthy blood vessels may be the answer to Alzheimer’s prevention
Scientists find a link between diabetes and risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A USC Dornsife study comparing people with diabetes, prediabetes and normal blood sugar finds that diabetes, left untreated, could mean a higher likelihood of developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. [2¼ min read] By Emily Gersema – March 25, 2019 USC Dornsife scientists have found a link between diabetes and increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease, noting that treatment for diabetes…Continue Reading Scientists find a link between diabetes and risk of Alzheimer’s disease
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. BY Leigh Hopper MARCH 6, 2019 USC researchers are studying plant-derived substances, like green tea, that inhibit production of the sticky amyloid beta plaques known…Continue Reading Diet reverses Alzheimer’s-like symptoms in lab model
New Method Uses AI to Screen for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Amy Blumenthal | February 26, 2019 Scientists at USC, Queen’s University (Ontario) and Duke University have developed a new tool that can screen children for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) quickly and affordably CHILDREN CAN BE SCREENED FOR FASD BY TRACKING THEIR EYE MOVEMENTS/ PHOTO CREDIT: ISTOCK Scientists at the University of Southern California (USC), Queen’s…Continue Reading New Method Uses AI to Screen for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Berislav Zlokovic’s passion for discovery pushes him onward
Berislav Zlokovic searches for better treatments for dementia with a drive to make a difference now. Illustrations by Lorenzo Petrantoni Berislav Zlokovic’s office at USC’s Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute is a jumble, stuffed with pictures of singers and musicians and diplomas written in Cyrillic script. A small waterfall burbles down a wall and gurgles steadily, punctuated…Continue Reading Berislav Zlokovic’s passion for discovery pushes him onward
‘First of its kind’ study at Long Beach charter school uses brain imaging to measure effective teaching
Long Beach Post Intellectual Virtues Academy teacher Dustin Schmidt works with a student. By Kelly Puente | January 2, 2019 SOME TEACHERS ARE ABLE TO BUILD DEEP emotional connections with students and inspire them to learn. What does that look like in the brain? The University of Southern California is exploring that question and other…Continue Reading ‘First of its kind’ study at Long Beach charter school uses brain imaging to measure effective teaching
USC Researchers Use AI to Detect Early Signs of Alzheimer’s
Caitlin Dawson | January 28, 2019 USC researchers found “hidden factors” in medical data that could improve Alzheimer’s disease prediction and lead to better outcomes. NEUROSCIENTIST PAUL THOMPSON (LEFT) WITH COMPUTER SCIENTIST GREG VER STEEG. (PHOTO/CAITLIN DAWSON.) Nearly 50 million people worldwide have Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. While age is the greatest risk…Continue Reading USC Researchers Use AI to Detect Early Signs of Alzheimer’s