
dementia
Digital human could allow for better early dementia detection
March 26, 2026 • 3 min. readResearchers are developing AI that can ask screening questions, while observing facial expressions, to evaluate patients for signs of apathy, an early indicator of dementia.
Sleep habits may raise dementia risk — and researchers are closer to understanding how
March 4, 2026 • 4 min. readBuilding on previous findings, researchers are exploring how desynchronized circadian rhythms may trigger brain inflammation associated with dementia risk.
Texas A&M study highlights urgent needs of dementia caregivers
Dec. 15, 2025 • 4 min. readA statewide assessment finds priorities for caregivers and organizations as Texas faces a growing aging population.
Just 20 minutes of exercise twice a week may help slow dementia, Texas A&M study finds
Dec. 3, 2025 • 3 min. readNew research pinpoints the minimum amount of physical activity needed to benefit older adults with mild cognitive decline.
Why women bear the burden of dementia: Unraveling the sex gap
Sep. 22, 2025 • 4 min. readGroundbreaking research sheds light on why women are disproportionately affected by dementia — and points to promising new avenues in personalized care.
Nanoflowers Show Promise In Healing Brain Cells And Tackling Neurodegenerative Diseases
Aug. 5, 2025 • 4 min. readTexas A&M AgriLife researchers discover flower-shaped nanoparticles that restore mitochondrial health, offering hope for new treatments targeting the roots of Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.
Nature-Inspired Virtual Reality Boosts Emotional Well-Being In Older Adults Living With Dementia
July 29, 2025 • 3 min. readTexas A&M study finds immersive VR nature experiences improve mood and quality of life.
Texas A&M Launches Statewide Dementia Research Initiative To Tackle Alzheimer’s Crisis
June 16, 2025 • 4 min. readWith over $1.2 million in seed funding, the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Research Initiative (DARI) unites researchers across disciplines to drive breakthroughs in prevention, diagnosis and care.
Smartphone-Based Program Helps Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
March 25, 2025 • 3 min. readStudy finds app significantly improves cognitive function in assisted living residents with mild impairment.