Robert J. Kleberg, Jr. and Helen C. Kleberg Foundation provides $2 million for study of cellular events that precede Alzheimer’s
February 4, 2015
Mouse model may show whether brain, halfway to disease, can be aided
$1.2 million funds studies of Alzheimer’s cell biology
November 2, 2012
Two newly funded grants totaling $1.2 million will support studies of Alzheimer’s disease at the Barshop Institute for Longevity and Aging Studies, part of The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio.
Scientist who discovered infectious proteins linked to Alzheimer’s, other diseases will speak Nov. 2 at UT Health Science Center
October 19, 2012
2012 Presidential Distinguished Lecture at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio; event is free and open to the public
Tiny molecule may prove big in fight against neurodegenerative diseases
May 4, 2011
A tiny molecule that circulates in the body in minute quantities, especially in the brain, represents a novel and promising therapeutic strategy for syndromes such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, UT Health Science Center San Antonio researchers say in a newly published paper.
Finding shows potential way to protect neurons in Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, ALS
March 11, 2011
Cell biologists pondering the death of neurons — brain cells — said today that by eliminating one ingredient from the cellular machinery, they prolonged the life of neurons stressed by a pesticide chemical.
2nd member in Alzheimer’s toxic duo identified
February 7, 2011
Finding could lead to novel drugs that prevent or slow the disease