Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia, presents a complex challenge for gerontologists. It primarily affects older adults, gradually impairing memory, thinking skills, and behavior, eventually impacting daily life. Research indicates that Alzheimer's involves abnormal brain changes, such as the accumulation of plaques and tangles, leading to the deterioration of neurons and their connections. Gerontologists specializing in Alzheimer's focus on understanding its progression, improving diagnostic methods, and developing effective treatments. They play a crucial role in enhancing quality of life for patients and supporting caregivers through comprehensive care strategies. Innovations in neuroscience and caregiving continue to evolve, offering hope for better management and eventually finding a cure for this debilitating disease.
Jacqueline Tuppen
Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Yong Xiao Wang
Albany Medical College, United States
Kaoru Sakatani
The University of Tokyo, Japan
Suren A Tatulian
University of Central Florida, United States
Constantina Mizis
The Latino Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Alliance, United States
Paul Y Song
NKGen Biotech, United States
Marco Ruggiero
Silver Spring Sagl, Switzerland
Title : Cerebral vascular calcium signaling in diabetic alzheimer's disease-related dementias
Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Title : Deep learning-based risk assessment of cognitive impairment using health examination data
Kaoru Sakatani, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Title : Evaluation of the neuroprotective potential of indicaxanthin from opuntia ficus indica fruit against dysmetabolism-related neurodegeneration both in vivo and in vitro
Mario Allegra, University of Palermo, Italy
Title : Cogs Club: Making a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Title : Development of imaging based biomarkers for neurovascular abnormalities in neurodegenerative diseases
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, United States
Title : Psychosocial considerations in management of corticobasal degeneration
Esraa Askar, Forest Hills Hospital, United States