April 16, 2018, 8:42 am Israeli scientist working on Alzheimer’s vaccine Tested so far on mice, Dr. Eitan Okun’s vaccine targets amyloid beta protein, which clusters in the brains of people affected by the deadly disease. By Abigail Klein Leichman
December 14, 2017, 7:00 am Hyperbaric oxygen therapy could ease Alzheimer’s symptoms Treatment has potential to improve behavioral and physical problems associated with the disease, Israeli researchers say. By ISRAEL21c Staff
August 24, 2017, 9:00 am Look into my eyes: Do you see early signs of Alzheimer’s? Israeli startup RetiSpec plans to build and begin testing its unique Alzheimer’s ocular scanner in the next 12 months. By Brian Blum
May 28, 2017, 9:00 am Promising new approach for treating age-related diseases Israeli scientist finds effective ways of eliminating senescent cells that contribute to conditions such as Alzheimer’s and atherosclerosis. By ISRAEL21c Staff
November 17, 2016, 7:10 am World’s first blood test to aid diagnosis of Parkinson’s Israeli company expects to begin commercializing its unique assay in 2017, applying for CE clearance in Europe. By Abigail Klein Leichman
March 15, 2016, 2:24 pm Daily vitamin drink could slow progression of Alzheimer’s Israel is one of 19 partners in breakthrough clinical trial showing nutritional cocktail may improve memory and reduce brain shrinkage. By Viva Sarah Press
December 28, 2015, 9:30 am Haifa team IDs activity of proteins linked to memory loss Using this discovery, University of Haifa scientists will attempt to develop drugs delaying the onset of cognitive symptoms of Alzheimer's disease. By Viva Sarah Press
December 21, 2015, 9:40 am Blood test for Alzheimer’s begins clinical trials Israeli biotech NeuroQuest set to start US clinical trial of its simple test to diagnose the dreaded brain disorder in older individuals at risk. By ISRAEL21c Staff
February 24, 2015, 6:00 am Israeli brain power tackles brain disorders (audio) Ahead of BrainTech2015 in Tel Aviv, Israel Brain Technologies director tells ISRAEL21c about some amazing advances. By Viva Sarah Press
October 9, 2014, 6:00 am Why diabetes raises risk of Parkinson’s Critical finding reveals atomic structure of a protein link between Type 2 diabetes and neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s. By Abigail Klein Leichman
August 4, 2014, 7:00 am 50 years of bringing brilliant ideas from lab to market Hebrew University’s tech-transfer company, Yissum, partners with the likes of J&J, P&G, Merck, Roche, Novartis, Microsoft, Intel, Coca-Cola and Monsanto. By Abigail Klein Leichman
July 31, 2014, 6:00 am New Israeli study links Alzheimer’s to brain hyperactivity Research offers the potential for restoring memory and protecting the brain of patients with this debilitating disease. By Viva Sarah Press
July 16, 2014, 1:11 am Technion breakthrough opens new avenues for Alzheimer’s cure The findings run contrary to what was previously believed and could lead to new venues for intervention. By Viva Sarah Press
March 12, 2014, 12:00 am Israeli scientist: Stronger immune system could cure Alzheimer’s ‘It was hard for me to believe that an organ that cannot be replaced would so severely lack a system to help it heal,’ says Prof. Michal Schwartz. By Ruthie Blum
March 4, 2014, 12:00 am Israeli, US scientists put heads together for brain study A new Brandeis-Israel research initiative funds two innovative research collaborations in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s to better grasp the science of brain disorders. By Abigail Klein Leichman
