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Looking ahead to vision replacement, ways to increase stem cell success.
Learn about research that is exploring how to block the assembly of the tau protein, one of the hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease.
A BrightFocus Foundation-funded project to develop a blood-based screening test for Alzheimer’s disease has passed proof of concept stage and C2N Diagnostics, the company spearheading the development of the test, will move forward to approve use in research and clinical settings, according to a presentation at a major scientific conference.
BrightFocus Foundation today announced that it has received a SHORTY Social Good Award® for the public impact of its nationwide screening tour of Turning Point, a documentary by acclaimed filmmaker James Keach.
In a new Gates Notes, philanthropist Bill Gates outlined the great challenges facing scientists in the search for better treatments, and ultimately a cure, for Alzheimer’s disease.
Learn about groundbreaking discoveries from scientists funded by Macular Degeneration Research that presented their research at the annual meeting of the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, a cellular nutrient that could help delay macular degeneration, how environmental stressors damage the retina, tips to help yourself and others adapt to low vision, and more in the fall 2019 edition of Macular Degeneration News.
BrightFocus is highly encouraged by Biogen’s announcement today that clinical trials of its experimental drug aducanumab reduced cognitive decline in some Alzheimer’s patients through improved cognition, memory, and activities of daily living.
Alzheimer’s Los Angeles (ALZLA), a local dementia-focused nonprofit serving Greater Los Angeles and the Inland Empire, today announced a donation of $50,000 to BrightFocus Foundation to help support an important new Alzheimer’s study by Los Angeles researcher Sara Gallant, PhD.
BrightFocus Foundation today announced a digital campaign for September 21 World Alzheimer’s Day, including a powerful new video and online resources to increase public awareness of the disease.