by German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases CPTX (orange) combines functional domains present in natural synaptic organizing proteins in a unique way. The compound was designed to act as a universal bridge builder for excitatory connections between nerve cells. Credit: DZNE / Alexander Dityatev Researchers from the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), UK and Japan...
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Molecules in urine allow doctors to monitor skin cancer
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Cognitive impairment risk increased in hypertensive patients with progressive cerebral small vessel disease
Patients with high blood pressure and progression of periventricular white matter hyper intensities showed signs of cognitive impairment despite taking medication to lower their blood pressure, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Hypertension. High blood pressure has been linked to an increased risk for dementia, but what’s unclear is what kinds...