cell & molecular biology, Alzheimer's Disease, disease & medicine

Mutations within the MS4A gene cluster have been linked to changes in protein levels that affect disease risk.

An enzyme of the bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis has been found in the brains of patients with the disorder, and causes neurodegeneration in mice.

Boosting both neurogenesis and a brain-derived growth factor can mimic the cognitive benefits of exercise in a mouse mode of Alzheimer’s disease.