Retinal Photographs Can Help Predict Alzheimer’s Disease Risk Factors (UF News)
UF researcher Ruogu Fang, Ph.D., is using routine retinal photos, already common in eye exams, to flag risk factors linked to Alzheimer’s years before symptoms appear.
Study Links Joint Pain Supplement to Accelerating Dementia (UF health)
UF study found that glucosamine use may be linked to an increased risk of progression from mild cognitive impairment to Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting a potential connection between metabolism and neurodegeneration.
As Dementia Cases Rise, UF Researchers Develop a Breakthrough AI Tool To Improve Diagnosis Accuracy (UF News)
University of Florida researchers developed an AI-powered imaging tool that can accurately distinguish between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia with Lewy bodies, helping improve diagnosis and treatment decisions.
UF Researchers Identify New Genetic Mutation Linked to Alzheimer’s Risk
UF researchers have discovered a novel genetic mutation and an associated buildup of toxic proteins in the brain linked to Alzheimer’s risk.
UF Health Researchers Receive NIH R01 Grant To Develop Social Risk Management Tool for People Living With Dementia
A team of UF researchers aims to reduce health inequities faced by people living with dementia by using artificial intelligence and electronic health records to develop a machine learning-based social risk management platform.
Gut Bacteria Could Unlock Prevention of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s Disease, UF/IFAS Study Suggests
UF researchers published a study that suggests specific “good” gut bacteria could contribute to preventing Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s Disease.