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TopicAlzheimer’s disease

Topic: Alzheimer’s disease

Your chances of dementia depend on the job you choose—higher complexity, lower risk

A major 2025 analysis by researchers at University College London found that occupational complexity accounted for 73 per cent of lowered dementia risk.

Why do women make up two-thirds of Alzheimer’s cases? Study links risk to hormonal changes in midlife

New research published in The Journal of Clinical Investigation argues that Alzheimer’s may begin much earlier than previously thought, often between the ages of 45 and 65.

A new blood test can ‘clock’ age when Alzheimer’s symptoms may begin. What doctors feel about it

Speaking on Washington University study, scientists say blood test could transform trials and early planning, doctors caution it is not a standalone diagnostic and must be interpreted carefully.

Non-invasive test to catch early signs of Alzheimer’s now in India. How it works, how much will it cost

It is estimated that nearly 8.8 mn Indians older than 60 have dementia & Alzheimer’s, for which no cure exists currently. Equally concerning is its proliferation in younger age group.

Harvard researchers may have found key piece to Alzheimer’s puzzle. It was in the human brain all along

New Delhi: The findings from a ground-breaking scientific project on early detection, prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease may lead to a foundational piece...

Apple snails can regrow their eyes & lithium plays a critical role in our bodies, not just in EVs

ScientiFix, our weekly feature, offers you a summary of the top global science stories of the week, with links to their sources.

Key proteins could predict dementia decade before diagnosis, finds study spanning 14 yrs, 52,000 adults

Researchers from China identified markers that could predict dementia yrs in advance. Findings of study, 1st with both large dataset & 10+ yrs of follow-up, were published in 'Nature Aging'.

Transmissible Alzheimer’s? In a first, UK study finds the disease can spread via medical procedure

Research published in Nature Medicine shows that people who underwent controversial cadaveric growth hormone therapy between 1960 & 1980 now show signs of Alzheimer’s.

How a protein fragment in the brain & spinal fluid may simplify tracking Alzheimer’s progression

Researchers have identified a fragment of tau protein called MTBR-tau243. Tracking it, instead of the entire protein, may make monitoring Alzheimer's easier & less dependent on complex imaging.

Alzheimer’s can be diagnosed as early as 30—and symptoms aren’t what you’d expect

Those living with young-onset Alzheimer’s disease show more rapid – and aggressive – changes in their brain.

On Camera

New promo video by PLA Navy is a teaser of China’s deep blue capabilities

Rather than functioning as conventional propaganda, the video operates as a device for interpretation, subtly shaping expectations about future developments in China’s naval trajectory.

Adani’s giant copper plant hits technical setbacks in first year

The 500,000 tonne-per-year plant produced just 94,000 tonnes of refined copper from April 2025 to February this year.

Indian drone tech company ideaForge signs MoU with Japanese firm to develop next-gen AI powered drones

By pairing Indian drone engineering with Japanese semiconductor expertise, the two firms aim to develop more advanced autonomous systems tailored to both defence & commercial use.

Trump, Netanyahu’s Iran gamble: The regime change rebound

American objectives are unmet. They neither have muscle nor motivation to resume the war. As for Iran, the regime didn’t just survive, it’s now led by more radical individuals.