Research
Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer's Researcher David Bennett, MD
Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center Director David Bennett, MD, on the search for treatment options for Alzheimer's and dementia.

Brain Health & Conditions
MIND Diet May Slow Cognitive Decline in Stroke Survivors
A diet created by researchers at Rush may help substantially slow cognitive decline in stroke survivors
Brain Health & Conditions
High-Intensity Exercise Delays Parkinson’s Progression
High-intensity exercise three times a week decreases worsening of the disease’s symptoms
Brain Health & Conditions
The MIND Diet
Can the MIND Diet reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease?

Brain Health & Conditions
Genes Associated With Resilience Against Brain Pathology Identified
Rush researchers have discovered two genes that are associated with aging individuals having better memory and brain function
Brain Health & Conditions
New Gene Discovered Associated With Tau Pathology
Tau pathology is one of the defining features of Alzheimer disease
Brain Health & Conditions
Abnormal Protein May Contribute to Alzheimer’s
This finding could help researchers to understand the cause of memory loss
Research
Early Warning Found for Chronic Kidney Disease
A study in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that suPAR, a circulating protein measured by a simple blood test, can reliably predict a person’s chances of developing chronic kidney disease as much as five years before this common killer starts causing damage.
Brain Health & Conditions
Purpose in Life May Help Aging Brain
A strong sense that your life has meaning and direction may make you less likely to develop areas of brain damage
Brain Health & Conditions
New MIND Diet May Significantly Protect Against Alzheimer’s Disease
A new diet could significantly lower a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease