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Scientists Identify New Enzyme IDOL That Could Become Major Alzheimer’s Disease Target

Researchers found that removing the IDOL enzyme from neurons sharply reduced amyloid plaques improving key brain functions

A new award jointly funded by Wellcome Trust and Nature aims to elevate the prominence of mental health research globally

The Ebola outbreak in Central Africa is spreading rapidly with cases in both Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda

A newly identified enzyme pathway in neurons appears to be a key driver of Alzheimer’s disease and a promising drug target

Using a new radio telescope researchers mapped the galaxy’s magnetic field in unprecedented detail revealing an unexpected reversal

Researchers at a Bengaluru institute identified a previously unknown genetic variant associated with juvenile diabetes in Indian patients

DNA analysis of ancient human remains from northern Britain identified the oldest known individual from the region as a young child

A protein linked to chronic inflammation appears to put the brakes on aging when boosted in mice they became more energetic

New research reveals previously unknown fault lines under Seattle pose a greater seismic risk than scientists had realized

Researchers published an editorial in PNAS outlining a comprehensive science strategy to guide human missions to Mars