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Stanford scientists discover hidden brain signals that predict Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
Stanford researchers have discovered that hidden patterns of brain activity can predict Alzheimer’s risk years before memory problems appear, potentially offering an earlier warning than traditional biomarkers. The same patterns also reveal which brains are unusually resistant to aging, raising hopes for future treatments that could help protect memory.
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- ScienceDailyStanford scientists discover hidden brain signals that predict Alzheimer’s years before symptomsStanford researchers have discovered that hidden patterns of brain activity can predict Alzheimer’s risk years before memory problems appear, potentially offering an earlier warning than traditional biomarkers. The same patterns also reveal which brains are unusually resistant to aging, raising hopes for future treatments that could help protect memory.
- Business Insider(subscription required)What if we could stop Alzheimer's before it ever starts?Doctors are starting to ask the provocative question: what if new Alzheimer's drugs make better preventive treatments?