- Previous studies show that genetics may play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
- Researchers recently added to this concept by identifying 17 genetic variants associated with Alzheimer’s disease in five genomic regions.
- The findings included genetic variant data from ethnic groups historically underrepresented in genetic studies regarding Alzheimer’s.
Over the past few years, more research has supported the idea that
Now, researchers from the Boston University School of Public Health and The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston further add to this concept with new research that has identified 17
The study was recently published in the journal
While scientists are still not completely sure what causes Alzheimer’s disease, most believe it develops from a combination of factors including genetics, age-related changes in the brain, and certain lifestyle and environmental factors.
Over the last few years, more research has been uncovering how genetics might play a role in the development of Alzheimer’s disease.
For example, a study published in April 2022 identified
Research published in February 2023 discovered a genetic variant often found in people of
A study published in September 2023 reported a genetic mutation within the
“There are limited drugs currently available to treat Alzheimer’s disease, and none have…
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