Researchers seek volunteers for major Alzheimer's studyJune 11, 2018 - 18:43 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The University of Kansas Alzheimer's Disease Center in Fairway is taking part in a major study involving the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, KMBZ reports. About 5,000,000 Americans are affected by Alzheimer's. The ADNI Study (Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative) is funded by the National Institutes of Health, and is one of the largest and longest-running Alzheimer’s disease trials in history. Researchers are studying how quickly tasks like reasoning, and the ability to perform certain functions, change in the aging brain. Researchers are looking for seniors of all backgrounds, including healthy adults, people with mild memory complaints and people who have been diagnosed with the disease, said Dr. Michael Weiner, an internationally-recognized Alzheimer's expert. "The purpose of the study is to determine how we use biomarkers like MRI scans and PET scans and blood tests to diagnose and follow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease," Weiner said. Weiner says the study is very important for developing clinical trials so they can find the best treatments. Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |