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Cognitive decline prevention and brain health research
Recent scientific studies examine factors contributing to cognitive aging and dementia, including immune system dysfunction and gender-specific risk factors, while exploring various interventions from lifestyle changes to emerging therapies. Multiple research teams are investigating ways to slow or reverse age-related cognitive decline through different approaches.
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Nature (journal)UC San DiegoT cellsAlzheimer's diseasecognitive aging
2026-05-27
- In step toward immortality, Israeli scientists say they can ‘rewind’ aging in mouse livers
- Two-dose nasal spray could improve memory — and reverse brain aging
- Popular anti-aging drug combo caused severe brain damage in mice
- Opinion: It’s the end of science as we know it, and I feel fine
- Mechanism of age-related accumulation of mtDNA mutations in human blood
- Universal transcriptomic hallmarks of mammalian ageing and mortality
2026-05-26
- This computer game cuts risk of dementia by 25% - and it's free!
- This computer game cuts risk of dementia by 25% - and it's free!
- Is your fringe making you look old? Expert reveals why slicked back hair can take years off your face in your 50s and beyond
- Daily briefing: Why it’s hard to show insight under pressure
2026-05-25
2026-05-24
- The subtle handwriting trait that may be an early sign of cognitive decline
- The subtle handwriting trait that may be an early sign of cognitive decline
- Filtered water at specific ages could add months to your lifespan decades later, new study finds
- Scientists discover hidden driver of aging — Simple supplement reversed brain decline
2026-05-23
2026-05-21
- I REVERSED my dementia with simple lifestyle tweaks... and without harsh treatments: Here's how
- TikTok trend claims listening to songs tuned to 432Hz can 'reset your brain' - so, does it really work?
- TikTok trend claims listening to songs tuned to 432Hz can 'reset your brain' - so, does it really work?