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Scientists find sleep may not clear brain toxins
The brain’s ability to rid itself of toxins may actually be reduced during sleep, contrary to the leading scientific theory.
Scientists find sleep may not clear brain toxins
The brain’s ability to rid itself of toxins may actually be reduced during sleep, contrary to the leading scientific theory.
Reduced clearance of damaged microglia contributes to Alzheimer’s progression
The research provides insights into how age-related cell senescence contributes to the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
Essential clock gene plays key role in neuroprotective pathways
A new study offers deeper insight into how a neuroprotective pathway is regulated both by temperature and the body clock.
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Celebrating Early Career Women in Brain Sciences
To mark Women at Imperial Week and International Women's Day we spoke to four Early Career Researchers in the Department of Brain Sciences.
Surgery-free brain stimulation could provide new treatment for dementia
A new form of deep brain stimulation offers hope for an alternative treatment option for dementia, without the need for surgery.
Brain imaging tool falls short for human tissue
A common research tool used to measure brain inflammation and test new dementia drugs may not be as helpful as scientists had hoped.
Imperial’s Alzheimer’s research impact
To mark World Alzheimer’s Day, we explore how Imperial College London is advancing our knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Autoimmune diseases and twisting lights: News from the College
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
New research using ‘smart’ socks could transform dementia care
A sock which combines sensors with artificial intelligence could help care staff detect agitation and prevent falls in people with dementia.
Imperial’s dementia research institutes secure £30 million funding
The two centres based at Imperial, which are part of the UK Dementia Research Institute, have received funding for the next five years.