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This confocal microscopy image shows a section of the brain of a mouse model of Huntington’s disease, with the astrocytes in green and cell nuclei in blue.

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From the Labs top five most viewed posts of 2020

December 30, 2020December 29, 2020Alzheimer's, bile acids, COVID19, Diabetes, fat storage, herpes, Norovirus, Research, scents, top five most viewed posts

During 2020, research news on COVID-19 led the headlines, but significant contributions emerged in other fields as well.

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Hispanic Heritage Spotlight: Interview with Dr. Juan Botas

October 29, 2020November 8, 2020Alzheimer's, Espana, Hispanic Heritage, Huntington’s, neurodegenerative diseases, Parkinson's, Rare Diseases, Research

Dr. Juan Botas shared his challenging beginnings, his passion for neuroscience and how he is bringing science to a general audience.

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Baylor College of Medicine faculty members elected fellows of the National Academy of Inventors

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018Alzheimer's, Cancer, NAI, National Academy of Inventors, Norovirus, Research, Rett Syndrome, rotavirus

Drs. Mary K. Estes, Bert O’Malley and Huda Zoghbi of Baylor College of Medicine were three of the 148 renowned academic inventors named fellows of

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Three tips to care for caregivers this holiday season

December 11, 2017June 6, 2018Alexandria Bland, Alzheimer's, caregiver, Dr. Caryn Glosch, Holidays, Neurology

The holiday season is a joyful time for many families. However, the holidays can take an emotional toll on those who are caring for a

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Juvenile Batten disease, a problem with cellular waste management

March 29, 2017AKT, Alzheimer's, cellular waste, Huntington’s, Juvenile Batten disease, lysosomes, Neuroscience, Parkinson's Disease, TFEB

Like a large dynamic city, a cell carries out many activities that generate waste. Waste needs to be disposed of properly in order for the

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Throwback Thursday: Running for a cause

September 29, 2016October 7, 2016Alzheimer's, BCM Wellness 5k, Community, Events, hearing, History, Houston, Nicole Blanton, Student Life, Susan G. Komen Houston, Throwback Thursday

Getting a great workout is always easier when you’re with a buddy. Contributing to a worthwhile cause can also help with fitness motivation. Check out

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Annual Alzheimer’s update focuses on early detection

November 14, 2014October 7, 2016Aging, Alzheimer's, Alzheimer's Disease, Dr. Rachelle Doody, Graciela Gutierrez

As research continues on how to best treat Alzheimer’s disease, it is becoming clearer that identifying the disease in its earliest stages, or even before