Alzheimer's lesions found in mice retinas
The eyes may be the windows to the soul, but new research indicates they also may mirror a brain ravaged…
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Alzheimer's retina
UC Irvine neuroscientists have found that retinas in mice genetically altered to have Alzheimer’s undergo changes similar to those that occur in the brain – most notably the accumulation of amyloid plaque lesions.
Taking stock of UCI research on World Alzheimer's Day
Five clinical trials, $12.7 million in grants and nearly a dozen major articles in scientific journals distinguish UC Irvine’s research…
Memory art
Nine paintings created through an Alzheimer’s Association program called Memories in the Making are on display at UCI MIND.
Greenfield-led panel suggests U.S. medical priorities
An influential Institute of Medicine advisory panel co-chaired by Dr. Sheldon Greenfield, the Donald Bren Professor of Medicine at UC…
Committing single events to memory
A study led by UC Irvine neuroscientist John Guzowski has found that a single brief experience was as effective at activating neurons and genes associated with memory as more repetitive activities.
California funds UCI Alzheimer's stem cell research
UC Irvine neuroscientists Frank LaFerla and Mathew Blurton-Jones (pictured) were awarded $3.6 million April 29 toward the development of an…
Chemistry professor named Scientist of the Year
UCI chemistry professor James Nowick has been named Scientist of the Year by the National Organization of Gay and Lesbian…
Cotman to receive lifetime achievement award for Alzheimer's research
Carl Cotman, director of the Institute for Brain Aging and Dementia at UC Irvine, will receive a lifetime achievement award…
Mulnard named fellow of American Academy of Nursing
Ruth Mulnard, former associate director of the UC Irvine Institute for Brain Aging & Dementia, has been named a fellow…