Dementia biomarkers are crucial indicators used in Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia to diagnose, track progression, and assess response to treatment. These biomarkers include proteins like beta-amyloid and tau in cerebrospinal fluid or through imaging techniques like PET scans. Genetic markers such as the APOE ε4 allele also play a significant role. Biomarkers aid in early detection before symptoms manifest, enabling timely interventions. Research focuses on identifying novel biomarkers to enhance diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic targeting, aiming to improve patient outcomes and facilitate the development of disease-modifying treatments. Integrating biomarker findings with clinical assessments enhances diagnostic precision and supports personalized care approaches in managing Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
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