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The professor of neurology and Diana Davis Spencer Foundation Chair at the Jackson Laboratory provided context on a presentation from AAIC 2024 highlighting the ways genetics can impact microglia function and its relation to Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

The president at Fasikl and the Laverne and Joyce Rider professor of neurology at the University of Kansas Medical Center talked about results from a pilot study assessing the Felix Neural AI wristband in patients with essential tremor. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

Using plasma p-tau217 shows promise as an effective, less invasive pre-screening method for identifying amyloid-β positive individuals in Alzheimer disease clinical trials.

Neurology News Network. for the week ending August 3, 2024. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The chief medical officer and head of Research & Development at Cognition Therapeutics provided clinical insight on new phase 2 data and the mechanism of action of CT1812, a therapy in development for Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The consultant neurologist at Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi ONLUS talked about a recent study that examined the varying methods and results of clinical trials assessing the duration and efficacy of botulinum toxin treatment in cervical dystonia. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]

The 3-year data highlighted the safety profile of lecanemab and its disease-modifying effects on tau accumulation and other biomarkers related to AD pathology.

The use of a blood test significantly improved diagnostic accuracy compared with standard clinical evaluations for Alzheimer disease, especially in primary and secondary care settings.

The vice president of scientific engagement at Alzheimer's Association talked about recent studies that highlight the progress made in blood biomarker tests for diagnosis, the impact of air pollution on brain health, and promising treatments for Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 8 minutes]

CT1812, a sigma-2 receptor ligand, showed favorable changes in biomarkers like Aß40, Aß42, and neurofilament light (NfL), indicating its potential as a synaptoprotective agent.

Higher MIND diet scores correlate with larger hippocampal volume in older adults, suggesting potential benefits for brain health.

A study recently presented at AAIC 2024 showed that higher consumption of processed red meat significantly increased the risk of dementia and cognitive decline among adults in the United States.

The director of the Brain Health Observatory at the University of Southern California discussed the potential impact of Alzheimer disease blood tests on reducing clinic wait times and improving the diagnostic process in primary care.

The assistant professor at Duke University School of Nursing talked about a project aimed at developing a music-based mobile app to improve sleep for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The co-founder and chief science officer at Longeveron provided commentary on the therapeutic potential of Lomecel-B, a living cell product in development for patients with Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

A small clinical trial showed RG6289 dose-dependently altered amyloid-ß monomers in CSF, supporting its development for Alzheimer's disease.

The professor of neuroscience at Imperial College London talked about results from a study assessing a glucagon-like peptide-1 analogue, liraglutide, in patients with Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

In Latino individuals, larger household size negatively affects MoCA scores, while higher education positively impacts cognitive outcomes, per SERVE OC trial data.

The chief medical officer at Eisai provided context towards the ongoing initiatives to further the efficacy and safety profile of lecanemab, an FDA-approved treatment for early Alzheimer disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

The trial will use phase 2a to determine the optimal dosage while phase 2b will assess efficacy and long-term safety of the optimized dose against a placebo arm.

The drug showed a strong safety profile and met primary endpoints, showing efficacy in slowing clinical and biological decline and supporting further investigation in a phase 2/3 trial.

A duo of experts talked about the association of long-term exposure to fine particulate matter from wildfires and the increased risk of dementia among older adults. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]

The vaccine induced a specific humoral immune response, positively affecting several AD-related biomarkers, and showed potential as a treatment for AD, with further trials planned.

The director of the Brain Health Observatory at the University of Southern California talked about integrating blood tests into primary care to better triage patients with Alzheimer disease, reduce unnecessary referrals, and shorten appointment wait times. [WATCH TIME: 7 minutes]

Michael Soileau, MD, FAAN, talked about a panel of specialists who discussed the evolution and multidisciplinary treatment of Parkinson disease, emphasizing patient-centered care and advanced therapeutic options.

Mind Moments®, a podcast from NeurologyLive®, brings you an exclusive interview with Douglas Wajda, PhD. [LISTEN TIME: 13 minutes]

Anvi Gadani, MD, assistant clinical professor of medicine at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, discussed surgical and device-guided therapies for managing advanced Parkinson disease and essential tremor.

The director of movement disorders at the Banner Sun Health Research Institute talked about recent, promising advancements for diagnosing atypical Parkinsonian disorders and the questions that remain.