preclinical white papers and articles

  1. Physiological Functions Of The Amyloid Precursor Protein: A New Understanding 8/2/2021

    Found in many tissues, the amyloid precursor protein, or APP, is most widely known for its role in Alzheimer’s disease. To find out more about this protein, read the available blog post.

  2. 13 New Alzheimer's Genes Identified In Genome Sequencing Study 8/2/2021

    Recently, for the first time, researchers used a cutting-edge technique known as whole genome sequencing (WGS) to hunt for rare genomic variants associated with Alzheimer’s disease (AD), and they successfully identified 13 previously unknown Alzheimer’s genes. To find out more about these genes, read the available blog post.

  3. Study Reveals How Humans Develop Larger Brains Than Other Apes 8/2/2021

    Researchers at the Medical Research Council (MRC) Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge, United Kingdom, recently grew and studied miniature brain organoids to mimic the early brain development of humans, gorillas, and chimpanzees. Read the available blog post to find out more information.

  4. Gene Expression In Some Fresh Brain Tissue Shown To Increase Activity After Death 8/2/2021

    Recent research from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) reveals that some cells – brain cells, specifically – might even increase their activity after death and grow at an astonishing rate. To find out more about this research, read the available blog post.

  5. Changes In Blood Vessels Shown Through Retinal Scans Could Indicate Early Stages Of Alzheimer's 8/2/2021

    When you hear “retinal scan,” you might picture biometric security software – almost like something out of a James Bond film. However, a new study shows that retinal scans could serve as a means for understanding Alzheimer’s disease. To find out more, read the available blog.

  6. Top Three Sources Of Evidence Suggesting Natural Killer Cells Role In Parkinson's Prevention 8/2/2021

    According to the Global Burden of Disease study, 6.2 million patients live with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and this number is expected to double by 2040. To find out more, read the available blog post.

  7. Human Immune System Beats HIV For The First Time 8/2/2021

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) as a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. Without treatment, HIV can cause acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Read the available blog post to find out more.

  8. New Approaches To Antifungal Therapies Hope To Push New Drugs To Market In The Near Future 8/2/2021

    Millions of fungal species live in soil, grow on plants, not to mention on our bodies. Every inhalation can introduce fungal spores. To find out how this happens, read the available blog post.

  9. Gene Therapy Startup Uses Horses To Test Possible Osteoarthritis Therapy 8/2/2021

    Osteoarthritis is a debilitating and painful wearing down of joint cartilage tissues. Every year, more than three million people in the U.S. (and millions more worldwide) are diagnosed with the disease. Read the available blog to find out more.

  10. New Eye Color Genetics Research Could Revolutionize Eye Disease Treatment 8/2/2021

    A new study cited in Science Daily suggests that the genetics of human eye color may be much more complex than previously thought. Interestingly, this study could have implications that go far beyond eye color.